1997 Baron Herzog Chenin Blanc, Clarksburg ($8).

This dry, crisp, fruity California white wine is a far cry from the sweet kosher wines of old. It offers lively flavors of peaches, pears and snap peas. It holds more of its charm than most wines that have been put through the flash pasteurization process (used for making most wines that are kosher for Passover). Here's a product with ecumenical appeal for all wine consumers who appreciate a bargain.

Pub Date: 03/17/99