Winemaker Notes
This bottling celebrates 50 years farming Sauvignon Blanc in the Dry Creek Valley. The blends include the unique Sauvignon M and Sauvignon Gris clones which showcase the distinctive terroir of Dry Creek's home appellation. The sandy loam soils and temperate climate contributed to even ripening, excellent acidity and balance in the grapes. Stainless steel fermentation was supplemented with small amounts of chestnut, acacia and French oak barrels adding character and nuance to this delicious wine.
Professional Ratings
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The 2021 Dry Creek Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is on target in its varietal category. TASTING NOTES: This wine shines with aromas and flavors of grapefruit peel, mango, and dried herbs. Pair it with lightly-spiced fish tacos. (Tasted: June 21, 2022, San Francisco, CA)
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Wine Spectator
Vibrant and expressive, with notes of tangerine, peach and dried pineapple. Sleek and refreshingly acidic, this shows details of dried flowers and citrus zest, with the aromatics lingering effortlessly on the long, fresh finish. Drink now.
Capable of a vast array of styles, Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing variety that equally reflects both terroir and varietal character. Though it can vary depending on where it is grown, a couple of commonalities always exist—namely, zesty acidity and intense aromatics. This variety is of French provenance. Somm Secret—Along with Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc is a proud parent of Cabernet Sauvignon. That green bell pepper aroma that all three varieties share is no coincidence—it comes from a high concentration of pyrazines (herbaceous aromatic compounds) inherent to each member of the family.
A multifaceted and highly reputable sub-region of Sonoma, Dry Creek Valley is responsible for a wide range of wine styles—both red and white. One of the smallest AVAs in California, Dry Creek Valley has a winning combination of ideal geography and climate. Fertile, well-drained soils create concentrated varietal character while long, warm days, bookended by cool nights, allow grapes to reach full phenolic ripeness and balance. The warm and welcoming appellation is home to a number of family-owned vineyards and wineries that place a strong emphasis on sustainable farming practices.
Zinfandel reigns supreme here and still produces in a great number of very old vineyards—often 100 years old or older. These old vines create a powerful, voluptuous and sultry wine unlike those of any other region. Sauvignon Blanc, the valley’s signature white grape, also performs exceptionally well. Many other varieties grow comfortably here, including Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache and Syrah. Petite Sirah is often found in blends with Zinfandel.