$15 Sauvignon Blanc that pairs perfectly with shellfish

Many years ago, I heard about a divine oyster tasting at Quivira Vineyards in Sonoma County. I have long wondered what that legendary bivalve and Quivira sauvignon blanc pairing tasted like. The ethereal experience finally came true for me at a recent event where perfect Rappahannock River oysters were offered less than 10 feet from a table pouring 2013 Quivira Sauvignon Blanc. The wine was round and ripe with a grassy aroma and lovely acidity to cleanse the palate after slurping down oyster after oyster. If this shellfish is on your holiday menu, pairing it with this $15 bottle will be cause alone for celebration.

Order 2013 Quivira Sauvignon Blanc at Herbie’s Vintage ’72 and pair it with fare from the restaurant’s weekends-only raw bar.
405 N. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, 314.769.9595, herbies.com