dough Sauvignon Blanc 2019
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Wong
Wilfred
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Nice floral aromatics centering on jasmine and lemongrass with layers of lime zest & gooseberry. A round, lush mid-palate with flavors of ripe green melon and grapefruit and bright acid on the finish.
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The 2019 dough Sauvignon Blanc is generous, with a slightly elevated texture on the palate. TASTING NOTES: This wine exhibits attractive aromas and flavors of chalk, dried earth, and citrus. Pair it with linguine and clams in a white wine reduction sauce. (Tasted: November 28, 2020, San Francisco, CA)
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