Angeline, Russian River Valley, Sauvignon Blanc 2007 In the nose there are the competing smells of citrus, candy, flowers and a bit of mown grass. You taste the citrus with a sense of the lemon zest as well. There’s a frame of acidity as well to make this wine refreshing. This 100% Sauvignon comes to us from Martin Ray and is bottled under screwcap. Winemaker Brian Davison. Vinted and bottled in Santa Rosa 13.9% $9.69 at Bottle Barn Angeline
Laurier, Los Carneros, Chardonnay 2005 Smells of oak, vanilla and butter fill the glass. The palate tastes of butter and stone fruits and is quite viscous. Winemaker Bob Stashak. Vinted and bottled in Sonoma by the folks who bring you $2 Chuck 12.5% $5.99 at Bottle Barn
Esterlina, Cole Ranch, Riesling 2006 The petrol notes are coming on along with lime and herbs. In the mouth are flavors of peach and kiwi along with a bit of residual sugar and balancing acidity. They also make a dry Riesling as well. Grown by the Sterling family at their appellation above the Ukiah Valley. P&B in Healdsburg 12.1% $14.99 at Bottle Barn Esterlina