This pretty white wine showcases mineral and citrus aromas with green apple notes that make it full-bodied and lush on the palate. Winemaker Christian Roguenant described it as bone dry and having flavors of ripe melon and fruit cocktail—much improved over the canned variety. It is quite intriguing. It’s a good choice for white fish in citrusy-butter sauce, seafood salad, or fruit and poultry combinations. SIP Certified, it’s sustainably grown in the Niven family’s vineyard on Orcutt Road. Get this pretty white at their tasting room for only $20 retail.
This article appears in Sep 6-13, 2012.