Sterling Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc North Coast 2012

Light straw in color, this wine offers expansive aromas reminiscent of grapefruit, melon, figs, and pears. Crisp and refreshing in its acidity, the wine has a rich mid-palate and a long, fruity finish.

Zesty grapefruit, citrus, fig, and melon highlight the Sterling Napa County Sauvignon Blanc, sourced primarily from vineyards in the northern regions of Napa Valley. We cool-fermented most of the juice in stainless steel to capture the vibrant personality of these grapes, and used older, neutral oak barrels for the balance to enhance the wine's silky texture.

Light straw in color, this wine offers expansive aromas reminiscent of grapefruit, melon, figs, and pears. Crisp and refreshing in its acidity, the wine has a rich mid-palate and a long, fruity finish.

Copious melon aromas are followed by a medium-bodied, fruit-driven, floral-styled Sauvignon. As the wine sat in the glass, a hint of fig also appeared. Drink this tasty, elegant, cleanly made 2001 over the next 12-16 months.

Vibrant, with focused green apple, fig, grass and melon flavors framed by piquant, lemony acidity. Drink now.

Fig, orange, lemon, vanilla and pencil lead flavors are tangy, with tart notes in the finish.

This established Napa Valley producer's sauvignon blanc can be counted on to provide warm weather refreshment. Crisp and bracing, with plenty of citrus notes in a dry and light-bodied package. A great match with scallops - barbecued or otherwise.