Darryl Brooker has left the building but his legacy lives on. Most of Darryl’s (former winemaker at Hillebrand) 2009s are awaiting their time to shine but are being shepherded to bottle by another. However, this Sauvignon Blanc has been left to us by one of the bright stars that passed through Ontario – and how fitting that this Aussie should leave us with a Savvy B (it would have been even more appropriate had he left a Shiraz behind, but none were made under his tenure). This swan song is a beauty with lovely citrus, grassy and lemon notes from first sniff to last swallow where you’ll also find some asparagus notes on the long finish. Price: $14.05 – Rating: ****½