Seafood & Sauvignon Blanc

A refined evening of high quality Sauvignon Blanc from Around the World and Seafood. There will be Six selections. Cost will about $40-$50, depending on the wines, to be paid prior to attending. Wines will be served single blind format. Guests will bring a seafood entree. Resort wear, please. This will be a quality event at a residence in Dublin; to mske cooking easier consider pairing up with someone for your entree.

Here are the wines:
Sparking Wine to begin the event
Sancerre - 2016 Pascal Jolivet - 90pts
Bordeaux - 2015 Ch. Couhins Lurton - Grand Cru 95pts
New Zealand - Cloudy Bay - 92pts
California - Merry Edwards - 93pts
Italy - San Leonardo - Vette - 92pts
Wildcard - Kumusha - African

Sauvignon Blanc is grown in nearly every major wine-producing region, with each area highlighting a different side of the grape:

• Loire Valley, France – Elegant and restrained, with high acidity, citrus flavors, and flinty minerality.
• Bordeaux, France – Often blended with Sémillon to add texture, weight, and aging potential.
• New Zealand – Bold and aromatic, featuring grapefruit, passionfruit, and fresh herbal notes.
• California – Ranges from lean, stainless-steel styles to richer wines with subtle oak influence.
• Italy & Other Cool European Regions – Focused on balance, freshness, and food-friendly structure rather than overt fruit.