2007 Santa Rita "Floresta" Sauvignon Blanc Leyda Valley (Elsewhere $20)

91 points Wine & Spirits Magazine: "This wine's orange peel and green chile scents deliver a fresher, lighter side of Sauvignon than the warmth of its alcohol might suggest. The finish is long and herbal, with crisp acidity to match skate in a lemon sauce." (06/08) 90 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Pale yellow. Potent lime and white peach aromas are complicated by jasmine and dusty minerals. Racy, deeply concentrated citrus and melon flavors offer excellent palate coverage and tangy grip, finishing clean and long. Pretty impressive." (Mar/Apr '08) 90 points Wine Spectator: "Bright and pure, with lots of mâche, sweet pea, chive flower and mineral flavors backed by a bright, tangy finish. This has solid length and richness." (06/08) 90 points from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2007 Sauvignon Blanc Floresta from the cool-climate Leyda Valley is a first class effort with an expressive bouquet of minerals, fresh herbs, grapefruit, and gooseberry. Round and complex, the wine has exceptional depth and concentration. Should be consumed over the next 1-2 years. Santa Rita produces a wide range of wines in all price categories. A significant number offer excellent value and the top wines are Chilean icons." (10/08)