Bernardus Sauvignon Blanc
5 W. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley, (831) 298‑8021, bernardus.com
We don’t think Danny or the paisanos cared much whether the wine they guzzled was red, white, pink or whatever color happens when you mix them all together. But assuming you are a discerning sort, flavor matters most. And the Bernardus Sauvignon Blanc is a consistent points winner from the national experts, thanks to its emotive notions of tropical fruits and citrus zest backed by exotic hues of agave and stoney minerality. It’s brisk and refreshing, but also a wine for contemplation. That’s really the good life.