Lail Vineyards 2008 Sauvignon Blanc

At the same time the wily sales guy at Sigel's was tempting me with the Blueprint Cab, he mentioned how good the Sauvignon Blanc was. Of course I bought it since I'm on my Sauv Blanc search this summer. As a die-hard red drinker, I'm trying to broaden my horizons. Prior to trying this wine, Duckhorn was my top Sauv Blanc but this one is really good. It's fruity without being too sweet and very light. This is the drink-by-the-pool wine on a hot day.





Here are the winemaker's notes:

Our "Blueprint" Sauvignon Blanc exhibits the fabulous acidity, minerality and amazing purity of its Sancerre sisters. Produced with a focus on preservation of aromatics and acidity, it has a delicate pale straw robe, an elegant and intense floral perfume (geranium, melon and lime), and crisp fruit flavors with profound richness and length.

Retails for $38.

Lail Vineyards 2007 Blueprint Cabernet Sauvignon

I never pass up a free wine tasting at Sigel's and last week they hit a home run. I had stopped in just to see what was on special and they offered me some of this fabulous Cabernet. I loved it! It's very smooth for a 2007. This vintage is 100% Napa Valley fruit with 75% Cabernet, 25% Merlot. The black currant flavor mixes well with a slight oak background.

Retails for $50.

Lail makes a much more expensive red called J. Daniel Cuvee which I have not yet had the opportunity to try but it's now on the list and Lail Vineyards has made the tour list for our 2012 trip to Napa.