Uncork This - Matanzas Creek 2007 Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma (California)

Sauvignon blanc is a bit of a chameleon. In a cool region, it’s green and grapefruity, but grow it in a warmer climate and blend in a bit of softer, creamy sauvignon musque and you get this wine. Soft, elegant and honeyed, with a green herby follow up. Lovely and lively with a tart finish. Sw=2. $22. 4 stars.

This wine is featured in this week’s Corkscrew column - Traversing Wine Geekdom.