Win(e)ding Roads: Highlights from the Sun Winefest 1.17.09

Grgich Hills 2006 Sauvignon Blanc (Estate Grown) Napa Valley Pale yellow color, floral nose, crisp, light with hints of fruit.  Very nice wine.

Grgich Hills 2006 Chardonnay (Estate Grown) Napa Valley  Smooth, crisp wine with notes of citrus.  According to the Grgich Hills representatives, this is the first vintage of their Chardonnay vineyards to be certified organic and biodynamic.

Villa Giulia Pinot Grigio  Italy Dry with notes of citrus.  A bit acidic on its own; it would pair nicely with food.

Ponte Vecchio Pinot Grigio  Italy This is a crisp, refreshing wine; fruity with notes of citrus – perhaps grapefruit, but not strongly acidic.  This was one of the wines I starred for later purchasing.  I also really liked the label, which was what first caught my eye.

Terrazas de los Andes 2007 Chardonnay Vin Blanc Argentina  Earthy, dry Chardonnay with strong fruit notes.  Strong notes of Oak as well.  Interesting wine.

Chauteau d’Aussieres Vin de Pays Aussieres D’Oc Blanc 2006  Languedoc-Roussillon  Crisp, fruity wine, with a delicate nose.  Made from Chardonnay grapes, a nice table white.

2 Friends Chardonnay  Sonoma This was one of the standouts among the whites I tasted that day.   A light yellow color, with a delicate fruity nose, the wine is smooth and  buttery.   Really nice wine; definitely one of my favorites.

Next up: highlights among the Reds.