2009 Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc, Marlboro, New Zealand

This is another Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand which is widely regarded as setting the global standard for this varietal grape.  Perfect cool growing conditions combine with the dry and moderate climate of the Marlboro region to produce a crisp, dry wine with citrus aromas and flavors.  From K&L, "This is a crisp and powerful, well-balanced wine with intense aromas of gooseberry, passion fruit, and citrus flavors.  This light to medium bodied aromatic wine matches well with salads, seafood and vegetarian dishes, and it is a perfectly acceptable quaffer." ($14.99 at K&L Wines)