While at home last week, we spent the evening by our country club pool.  Admittedly my absolute favorite time by the pool, just as the sun sets, the heat of the day starts to fade, and we’re able to pull out  the wine.  This time we started with a 2012 Spottswood Sauvignon Blanc.  It paired especially well with our snackies, including figs 2 ways:  first with goat cheese, honey and cracked black pepper, and second wrapped in prosciutto and broiled with balsamic vinegar.  

The wine was bright and acidic, with notes of citrus and ripe stone fruit.  A great wine for food, and perfect for enjoying the last few days of summer!