The humorous caricatures on the Jinks Creek labels belie the serious juice inside. The Sauvignon Blanc exhibits a crisp, melony, slightly herbal, richly fruity personality. Medium-bodied, dry, fragrant, and tasty, it will be immensely flexible with food. Importer: Jane Delaney, The Ravensvale Group, Greenwich, CT; tel. (800) 580-0052

Plenty of cantaloupe, lime and just a touch of vegetal sweat to the nose. Runs straight down the middle in that it offers melon and citrus flavors, easy acidity and good minerality. A smooth drink that aims to please. Imported by The Ravensvale Group.——W.E.(7/1/2005)—— 87