2020 Round Pond Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Rutherford, USA (750 mL) Valpolicella Ripasso the 2018 Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton

the 2018 Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton has broody aromas of crushed cherries and blood orange with accents of forest floor and exotic spices

Cabernet Franc and/or Malbec added for depth and complexity of flavor

the fruitiness of Pinot Meunier

They are typically among my favorites in their categories

2020 Round Pond Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Rutherford, USA (750 mL) Valpolicella Ripasso the 2018 Pinot Noir Yamhill-CarltonWINEMAKER'S NOTES: This zippy Sauvignon Blanc practically jumps out of the glass with its aromatics of fragrant jasmine and hints of lemon grass. The palate opens with lemon zest and honey dew and displays bright, mouthwatering acidity from start to finish. This a wine that truly overdelivers on every expectation. TASTING NOTES: Light and tart notes of lemon blossom and white grapefruit meet zingy flavors of honeydew, prickly pear, and salted lemon