W.O.T.W

Happy 4th.  I hope everyone is in front of a grill with a cold one in their hand.  Or maybe a glass of vino? 

This weeks wine of the week is Decoy Sauvignon Blanc 2010, Napa Valley California.  This is a winery that is part of the Duckhorn Wine Company.  This winery is truly a unique propriety in the fact that it benefits from talent, expertise, & experience from all of Duckhorns winemakers.  Bill Nancarrow, of Duckhorn Vineyards,  oversees the crafting of Decoy’s Bordeaux varietal wines. Paraduxx Winemaker David Marchesi oversees Decoy Zinfandel. Migration Winemaker Neil Bernardi produces the Decoy Chardonnay and collaborates with Goldeneye Winemaker Zach Rasmuson on Decoy’s Pinot Noir.  An unbelievable track record of winemakers to produce what they call "The everyday wine for the well-informed". 

Duckhorn Vineyards has been crafting Sauvignon Blanc since 1982 and has expanded on this tradition with the Decoy Sauvignon Blanc.  The 2010 Decoy Sauvignon Blanc was fermented exclusively in stainless steel to achieve the lively expression of Sauvignon Blanc, highlighting grapefruit, kiwi, kaffir lime, lemon zest and fresh-cut grass aromas. The palate is bright and balanced, and the flavors echo the aromas, with additional notes of pineapple, gooseberry and minerals leading to a full, refreshing finish.  Serve this as an aperitif with a seafood terrine.

This wine can be found easily around town and for about $20.