Wine review: 2012 Honig Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

With Labor Day weekend coming up, here’s an all-American white to pour as an aperitif with that bowl of guacamole or toasted almonds. A great buy for the price, this Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc is cool and refreshing, with aromas of lemon grass and grapefruit. Dry and mineral-driven, it’s ever so slightly pétillant and a match for grilled fish, Maine lobster or shrimp. Throwing some sardines or fresh anchovies on the barbecue? Have them with a glass of the Honig Sauvignon Blanc.

Region: Napa Valley

Price: $14 to $17

Style: Dry and mineral-driven

What it goes with: Grilled fish, lobster, shrimp or sardines

Where to find it: BestWinesOnline, (888) 817-8880, Duke of Bourbon in Canoga Park, (818) 341-1234, Green Jug in Woodland Hills, (818) 887-9463, Hi-Time Wine Cellars in Costa Mesa, (949) 650-8463, K&L Wine Merchants in Hollywood, (323) 464-9463, Le Petit Vendome in La Canada, (818) 952-4084, Manhattan Fine Wines in Manhattan Beach, (310) 374-3454, Mission Wines in South Pasadena, (626) 403-9463, Wally’s Wine & Spirits in West Los Angeles, (310) 475-0606, the Wine House in West Los Angeles, (310) 479-3731, and Woodland Hills Wine Co. in Woodland Hills, (818) 222-1111.

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