88 PTS WILFRED WONG. A beautiful Sauvignon Blanc; lush and silky with lively aromas of snap peas, figs and melon; on the palate the '98 Merryvale Reserve is crisp, and quite expressive.
Crispy roasted potatoes
Sauvignon Blanc's acidity balances the starchiness of roasted potatoes.
Tomato noodle soup
Sauvignon Blanc offers bright citrus and herbaceous notes that match the soup's freshness.
Smoked salmon bagel
Sauvignon Blanc's crispness and herbaceous notes pair well with bagel and lox flavors.
Steamed semolina grains
Sauvignon Blanc offers crispness and herbaceous notes that match couscous.
Sauvignon Blanc's crispness and herbaceous notes contrast the richness of the dish.
Oven roasted vegetables
Sauvignon Blanc offers fresh herbaceous notes that enhance vegetable flavors.