($10, Vineyard Brands):  Porcupine Ridge is one of four labels produced by Boekenhoutskloof, one of South Africa’s finest producers.  (As a point of trivia, Boekenhoutskloof means ravine of the boekenhout [pronounced book-n-howed], a tree unique to the area, the wood of which is prized for furniture).  This label always delivers solid well-priced wine that is easy to recommend.  Their 2009 Sauvignon Blanc is no exception.  Grassy, herbal notes meld with vibrant acidity.  Is it a fabulously complex Sauvignon Blanc?  No.  But a wonderful $10 wine perfect with simple seafood or take-out rotisserie chicken? You bet. 87 Michael Apstein Mar 16, 2010