Featherstone has added a barrel fermented element to their usually fresh and lively tank made Sauvignon Blanc and in truth it has raised the wine up to another level. The nose is tropically tinged with hints of floral; the palate shows a little weight, due to that barrel, but has also kept that great acidity intact, something that has become the hallmark of Featherstone’s Savvy B, as well as the usual grassy, grapefruit elements that recall Sauv Blanc to the masses; plus we have some guava for good measure. This is a great improvement to this already perennial delicious wine. Price: $17.95 – Rating: ****