2001 Preston of Dry Creek "Hartsock" Sauvignon Blanc, Dry Creek Valley ($18). This well-crafted Sonoma County white wine grabs hold of the palate with penetrating flavors of sweet peas, herbs, pears and juniper. It shows excellent balance and, while it is definitely an herbal wine, it doesn't push that quality to extremes. Serve it with highly spiced seafood dishes or Cajun cuisine. Apart from this wine, readers should be aware that Preston is one of the most consistent performers in its price category in California.