Markham Vineyards, Napa Valley (California) Sauvignon Blanc 2021

 Here is a Sauvignon Blanc that shows elemental balance, with layered aromas and flavors that are quite correct and not at all overdone.  Mixed citrus, mild grass, stony minerality and soft lime zest notes are present in both aroma and flavor profiles, and they stay integrated through a long, food friendly finish.  Think of it as a bright hello rather than a bracing slap.  If more large production California Sauvignon Blanc was like this, less domestic market share would be lost to elsewhere in the world.  Nicely shepherded by winemaker Kimberlee Nicholls.