A dry but softer style of this normally tangy variety, this tasty white from Napa Valley has aromas and flavors of mellow gold grapefruit and Meyer lemon with sweet melon and pear notes. Its fruity finish lingers enticingly. Nicely balanced, it’s wonderful as an aperitif and a great choice for complex dishes like stir-fries, curries, or fish salads. At Costco it’s $13.89 and at BevMo! it’s $19.99.
This article appears in Jan 29 – Feb 5, 2009.