Murrieta’s blend of 31% Sauvignon Blanc, 27% Viognier, 15% Semillon, 11% Pinot Blanc, 8% Orange Muscat and 8% Muscat Canellii is well-made and likable, medium-thick and somewhat sweet in style with citrus and almond accents. Delightfully quaffable.——V.B.(4/1/2012)—— 86

For anyone who wants to walk the walk of low-alcohol wines, this is a place to start, a 12.5% alcohol blend of Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Muscat Canelli, Gewurztraminer and Orange Muscat all grown in the Livermore Valley. This wine has inviting notes of toffee, vanilla and caramel and will make a welcome companion at any backyard barbecue or casual dinner party. ——V.B.(9/1/2011)—— 88