The brilliant 2002 L’Apres Midi, a 1,600-case blend of 98% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Semillon, is about as good as California Sauvignon can be. It is 100% barrel-fermented, but only sees about 14% new oak. Its gorgeous bouquet of honeyed grapefruit, lemon oils, melon, and tropical fruits is accompanied by a medium-bodied, zesty, intensely flavored offering with a layered finish. Enjoy it over the next 1-2 years.
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