2006 Honig Sauvignon Blanc –
Napa Valley - $15
Honig Winery practices sustainable farming method in all of their 70 acres of vineyards. Methods range from using bio-diesel in tractors to solar power and everything in between. To the Honig’s its all about protecting the environment for future generations. For more information on sustainability look to: http://www.nswg.org/
Honig’s Sauvignon Blanc is bright and lively, a Loire style Sauvignon Blanc with fresh aromas of ruby grapefruit, mango, papaya, and peach. The vibrant citrus and tropical flavors linger on the finish and the texture is crisp and minerally. Great for front porch sipping, or with chicken and seafood. Drink now!
2005 Zaca Mesa Cuvee “Z” -$18
Grown in the Santa Ynez Valley along the central coast in “Sideways” country. Located just 30 miles from the Pacific Ocean. At Zaca Mesa, they have applied sustainable winegrowing to their lives since 2002. “To create a healthier estate, we use organic products, conserve energy and efficiently use materials to reduce waste. We farm only one-third of our total acreage, leaving open space for wildlife, providing a buffer for our neighbors, and preserving the natural ground water. Our goal is to achieve balance in the vineyard by learning to work with nature and viewing our estate as one living, breathing system”.
Each grape adds its own nuance: Grenache adds rich raspberry flavors; Mourvèdre brings notes of blueberry; Syrah, flavors of blackberry and ripe tannins and a touch of Cinsaut’s dusty berry notes. These layers of flavor enable this wine to pair with a wide variety of foods from mushroom pizza to rosemary crusted leg of lamb to burgers or anything with a spicy rub. Enjoy now – 2010.
Honig Winery practices sustainable farming method in all of their 70 acres of vineyards. Methods range from using bio-diesel in tractors to solar power and everything in between. To the Honig’s its all about protecting the environment for future generations. For more information on sustainability look to: http://www.nswg.org/
Honig’s Sauvignon Blanc is bright and lively, a Loire style Sauvignon Blanc with fresh aromas of ruby grapefruit, mango, papaya, and peach. The vibrant citrus and tropical flavors linger on the finish and the texture is crisp and minerally. Great for front porch sipping, or with chicken and seafood. Drink now!
2005 Zaca Mesa Cuvee “Z” -$18
Grown in the Santa Ynez Valley along the central coast in “Sideways” country. Located just 30 miles from the Pacific Ocean. At Zaca Mesa, they have applied sustainable winegrowing to their lives since 2002. “To create a healthier estate, we use organic products, conserve energy and efficiently use materials to reduce waste. We farm only one-third of our total acreage, leaving open space for wildlife, providing a buffer for our neighbors, and preserving the natural ground water. Our goal is to achieve balance in the vineyard by learning to work with nature and viewing our estate as one living, breathing system”.
Each grape adds its own nuance: Grenache adds rich raspberry flavors; Mourvèdre brings notes of blueberry; Syrah, flavors of blackberry and ripe tannins and a touch of Cinsaut’s dusty berry notes. These layers of flavor enable this wine to pair with a wide variety of foods from mushroom pizza to rosemary crusted leg of lamb to burgers or anything with a spicy rub. Enjoy now – 2010.
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