Cakebread Cellars Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2009

Our 2009 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc displays bright, sun-kissed aromas of fresh guava, grapefruit, lime and mineral, with hints of honeydew melon and golden apple. On the sprightly palate, brisk white grapefruit, guava, melon and lemon-lime flavors display a mouthwatering verve, with hints of pineapple and kiwi fruit on the long, refreshing finish. While this classic Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc makes a wonderful apèritif wine, it also is delightful with a wide range of foods, including shellfish, pan-fried trout and snapper, Caesar Salad, roast chicken and turkey, and pasta primavera. Enjoy it now or age for 2-4 years.- Winery

90 points Wine & Spirits: "The first impression is round and supple, quieted by oak, then the wine turns a corner toward fragrant white cherry and apple fruit flavors. The acidity keeps it refreshing, ready to serve with pan roasted sole and other white-fleshed fish. " (06/11)

It's not easy to find fault with Cakebread's 2009 Sauvignon Blanc, a wine which pretty much pleases all palates with its bright, sun-kissed aromas of fresh guava, grapefruit, lime and mineral, with hints of honeydew melon and golden apple. On the sprightly palate, brisk grapefruit, guava, melon and lemon-lime flavors display a mouthwatering verve, with hints of pineapple and kiwi fruit on the long, refreshing finish. While this classic Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc makes a wonderful apèritif wine, it also is delightful with a wide range of foods.

Two stars from the New York Times: "Full of bright, tart fruit and herbal flavors, and a little oak." (7/11)