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Date Printed: 5/25/2013
Voss Vineyards Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2011
Voss Vineyards Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc 2011
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Wine Spectator rating: 90 points
PRICE ON 5/25/2013: $19.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2012 Wine Spectator rating: 89 points
2009 Wine Enthusiast rating: 90 points
2008 Wine Spectator rating: 89 points
2007 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 90 points
2006 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 91 points
2006 Wine Enthusiast rating: 90 points
2002 Wine & Spirits rating: 90 points
2001 Wine & Spirits rating: 90 points
1999 Wine & Spirits rating: 91 points
1999 Wine Spectator rating: 87 points

Winemaker's Notes:

 The 2011 Sauvignon Blanc displays classic varietal characteristics of lime and grapefruit zest, with a hint of guava. On the palate, this wine delivers a delightful combination of bold fruit flavors and crisp, lingering finish. The wine shows a lovely fullness in the palate from the skin contact before pressing and the addition of a small percentage of wine that was barrel fermented, resulting in a lingering finish that is bright and crisp.
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About Voss Vineyards:

 In 1994, Voss Vineyards was conceived and founded by Australian vigneron, Robert Hill-Smith, proprietor of Nautilus Estate in Marlborough, New Zealand, and Australia’s oldest family owned winery, Yalumba, in the Barossa Valley. Robert was intrigued by the Napa Valley and saw quality and opportunity in the viticulture around Rutherford and Oakville, wondering whether he could apply some of the knowledge garnered over the 150 years of family involvement in winemaking. Voss owns 42 vineyard acres in Rutherford and produces Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, and Syrah.