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Beringer Founder's Estate 2007 Sauvignon Blanc California

Submitted by Bob Bacchus on Tue, 2010-06-29 12:00

Let's face facts: Sauvignon Blanc's are not my favorite wines to begin with. And this one seems less so than usual. It might be good on a hot day, as your second bottle.

It's a pale yellow colored wine. Mildly acidic, with so-so balance and finish, and surprisingly uncitrusy. Most Sauv Blanc's can at least get that part right. As a result it's not really a sipping or dinner wine. A friend suggested it might be good to deglaze a pan of something. Perhaps he's onto something....

Some other choices might be:
Conde de Valazques 2008 Sauvignon Blanc
Millsreef 2006 Sauvignon Blanc
Telteca Anta 2006 Sauvignon Blanc

Wine Reviewed:

Beringer Founder's Estate Sauvingnon Blanc, 2007

Our Rating: 50
Grade: C-
Price: $8

Winery: Beringer Vineyards
Region: North Coast
Country: USA
Website: www.beringer.com

Alcohol: 13.8% by volume
Bottle: 750 ml.
Closure: Screw Cap

Varietal(s): Sauvignon Blanc

Bottle Blurb:
Now in our third century of crafting classic wines, we honor the passion of our wine-making pioneers with wine that embrace the future and speak eloquently of Beringer's rich heritage. Our Sauvignon Blanc showcases California's premier North Coast vineyards including Sonoma, and Lake Country. This refreshing wine has bright citrus and stone fruit flavors, with a crisp minerality.