The 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Novas Limited Selection offers a fragrant perfume of fresh herbs, hay, and grapefruit. Dry on the palate with lively acidity and ripe fruit, this excellent Sauvignon can be enjoyed over the next 12- 18 months. All five Emiliana wines, produced from organically grown grapes, are very good values.Importer: Banfi Vintners, Old Brookville, NY; Tel: (800) 635-6511

Novas is probably more elevated and serious than Emiliana’s basic Natura SB, but in the end run it’s more or less a similar, high-quality white wine. After an opening that’s tight and strained, Novas spreads out to show lime, passion fruit and green melon flavors. The feel is ripe and full, and it finishes grassy and green, with acid-driven length. Drink now for maximum freshness and intensity.——M.S.(3/1/2009)—— 89