88 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '02 Murphy-Goode Reserve Fume Blanc is ripe, with very good concentration to fig, pear, peach, tangy quince and honeysuckle tones; has refreshing lemony acidity.
Steamed or grilled lobster
Sauvignon Blanc's zesty acidity and herbaceous notes balance lobster's buttery taste.
Mexican red rice
Sauvignon Blanc provides crisp acidity to cut through the richness.
Sauvignon Blanc's crispness refreshes the palate between bites.
Mashed potatoes with gravy
Sauvignon Blanc provides crispness to contrast buttery mashed potatoes.
Pasta with egg pancetta and cheese
Sauvignon Blanc's bright acidity and herbaceousness refresh the palate with Carbonara.
Sauvignon Blanc's zesty citrus and herbaceous notes balance the spices in the boil.