Sauvignon Blanc, The Summer Wine

Hello Wine Drinkers!

Here we are in the middle of summer, the weather is nice and hot, the Tour is in full swing (you know the one in France with bicycles) and the World Cup is coming to an end. What better time to open up a summer sipper, a nice crisp, acidic, clean and fresh Sauvignon Blanc. Today's choice is Joel Gott, for around $7.99 a bottle this is another real bargain!

Let's talk a little about Joel Gott and his wines. He started in 1996 when he bought grapes from his longtime neighbor Joe Dillian and made his first wine with then girlfriend Sarah, a Napa Valley winemaker. Their first wine was a Dillain Ranch Zinfandel, which has received great reviews and marked Joel's and Sarah's marriage. They went on to make a beautiful un-oaked Chardonnay, a Cabernet, a Riesling and numerous blends. Their wines are fresh, crisp, elegant and show the regions where they are from well. Whenever you see a Joel Gott wine I feel you will enjoy the wine as well as not break the bank!

Cheers!

J