Beckman Vineyards, Santa Inez Valley (Central Coast, California) Sauvignon Blanc 2014

($20): Beckman, known best for the stylish red and white Rhône blends, also produces a Sauvignon Blanc, a grape not known to the Rhône Valley, from their own grapes.  The 2014 is a balanced version with a touch of expected bite offset by a hint of creaminess.  It replaces the electrifying nature of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc with a more graceful tone.
88 Michael Apstein Jul 14, 2015