Winemaker Notes
Boldly aromatic with top notes of passionfruit, and lemon rind, followed by layers of floral citrus blossoms, and tangy Meyer lemon. The palate offers a vibrant, quenching acidity and provides structure for flavors of tropical fruits, apricot, and a citrus mèlange, with the slightest hint of minerality to provide an intriguing counterpoint. The wine retains a sense of fullness without losing its refreshing acidity, flavors and aromatics remain lively and complex through the finish.
Professional Ratings
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Jeb Dunnuck
Looking first at the 2019 Sauvignon Blanc, this light gold-hued Sauvignon has a Bordeaux Blanc-like style as well as rich peach, honeysuckle, melon, and white flower-like aromas and flavors. With building richness, some toasty notes, and medium to full body, drink this outstanding Sauvignon over the coming 2-3 years.
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 large and diverse appellation within California’s North Coast AVA, Mendocino is home to several smaller sub-regions—most notably the Anderson Valley. This scenic region, with rolling hills covered in redwood forests as well as vineyards, is one of the world’s top producers of certified organically-grown grapes. Due to wide geographical and climatic variation, a vast array of wine styles can be found here.