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Wine Drinkers' Guide For Colorado
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Sauvignon Blanc
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Robert Mondavi 2003 Reserve Fumé Blanc, Napa Valley
Wow! This wine is polished, yet intense.
Lovely, dense, with cinnamon apple spice, hints of ripe, sweet, pink grapefruit, and notes of candied ginger.
The finish carries the apple and spice flavors with a welcome note of acidity.
This quality of this bottle of wine is exceptional and well worth the price.
I've tasted sauvignon blancs at twice the price that couldn't compete with this wine.
-BF $15
Where to find this wine:
County Line
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Matanzas Creek 2004 Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma, California
The add a little bit of semillon to this wine which softens the flavor with hints of melon.
Gooseberry flavors are prominent and the honey-like finish adds a complimentary flavor.
Polished and refreshing.
-BF $16
Where to find this wine:
Bonnie Brae, Highland Vineyards
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Chateau Souverain 2005 Sonoma Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Here is an excellent value.
Grapefruit, Meyer lemon and a touch of vanilla reach the nose.
Delivering a crisp, lo acid, flavorful mouthful, with a touch of oak,
this wine is silky on the tongue and finishes well. -MAM $16
Where to find this wine:
Superior Liquors
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Huntington 2005 'Earthquake' Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma, California
Fresh, with notes of fresh picked herbs, this white
offers notes of white grapefruit with honey drizzled over the top.
It is elegant with a lemon-lime zestiness on the finish.
There is just a whisper of white pepper on the finish too.
If you're a fan of hawks, you will love the label.
-BF $13
Where to find this wine.
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Red Cliffe 2005 Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Don't be afraid of the Stelvin Closure.
Screw caps are more expensive than corks and do not harbor the nasty
TCA mold that can rob you wine of its flavors.
This new world white is packed with gooseberry, grapefruit, and lemon flavors.
It has mineral and lime notes on the mid-palate.
Prominent acidity and zip compete with its fruit flavors.
It's a mouthwatering treat, great for foods with rich sauces.
-BF $12
Where to find this wine:
Meridian Wine & Spirits
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Matua Valley 2005 Paretai Sauvignon Blanc
This stainless steel fermented Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand has a luscious aroma.
With just a touch of acid, it features a lightness on the tongue, a full rounded palate,
and a satisfying finish. –MAM
$22
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Spy Valley Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
Soft and polished, which is a bit out of the norm for Kiwi sauvignon blanc.
The grapefruit flavors are distinct, yet not biting.
Very elegant with hints of melon on the finish.
-BF $15
Where to find this wine:
Meridian Wine & Spirits
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Crab Farm 2004 Sauvignon Blanc, Hawks Bay, New Zealand
Sauvignon blanc has become the icon that represents New Zealand.
This wine is a fine example of that style.
Crisp pink grapefruit and melon on the palate.
A softer acidity than some sauvignon blancs offers a smooth drink.
Classic Kiwi sauvignon blanc. -BF $15
Where to find this wine:
Superior Liquors
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Inama 2004 Sauvignon, Veneto, Italy
Citrus nose leads to a smoky palate.
Hints of cream and tropical fruit fill the mid-palate.
Lime zest lingers on the finish.
A bright, refreshing wine that is both elegant and perfect for food.
Very Loire-like, earning the name Fumé.
I really enjoyed this wine.
-BF $32
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Domaine Andre Neveu 2004 Sancere Le Grand Fricabault
Wow! Citrus nose leads to mouthwatering lime zest flavors on the palate.
There is a distinct note of smoke on the front of the palate,
while the wine finishes with a clean floral note.
Refreshing and classic, an interesting insight into Loire sauvignon blanc.
-BF $20
Where to find this wine:
Bonnie Brae, Superior Liquor
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