Honig, whose first release was in 1981, is still a small family-run winery that specializes in Sauvignon Blanc. They use earth-friendly sustainable farming methods which range from the use of solar power to reduce carbon emissions to putting up bird and bat houses along the edges of the vineyard to keep the insect population in check. Not only that, they make use of the latest weapon in the winegrape growers' war on bugs: golden retrievers! Imagine a nose thousands of times more powerful than a human's when it comes to detecting subtle odors, give it some extensive paws-on training, and voila-you've got a way to beat the bugs. '87 pts. Fresh and grassy, with good intensity to the lemon-lime and melon flavors. A refreshing, juicy acidity and peach flavors add to the charm.' - Wine Spectator