Sunday, May 04, 2008

Ravines Sauvignon Blanc 2007

Ravines, located on the East side of Keuka Lake (the one shaped like a Y), is nestled on a hill, and upon reviewing this Sauvignon Blanc, I discovered that this 100% Finger Lakes wine may be another perfect varietal for the Finger Lakes region's wine makers to have a go with producing. Generally, Sauv Blanc is under appreciated in both taste and consumption, but it will do very well in the cooler climates of the region. California wine makers tried to make it into a hearty Chardonnay, but that didn't bode well for increasing its popularity.

Ravines Sauvignon Blanc 2006 contains the classic crisp and refreshing characteristics. It is also with fruits of lime, and passion fruit, but with little, if any, residual sugar. It boasts of minerals, slate and lime on both the nose and the palate, much the way a superstar Gewurztraminer will. Try it with a young Gruyere before dinner or with Sunday Brunch on Mother's Day. VERY GOOD

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