Winemaker Notes
The fruit McNab Ridge receives off the White Oak Ranch Vineyard continues to amaze vintage after vintage. The resulting wine, with very little intervention, is crisp and vibrant with aromas and flavors of melon, tropical fruit and spicy Asian pear. The finish is clean with a hint of citrus and minerality.
Quite refreshing on its own or paired with your favorite salad or delicious fresh seafood recipe.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
A fresh, vibrant, easygoing and aromatic light-bodied wine. Lime peel, yuzu, garden herbs and green-apple slices on the nose. The palate is bright and juicy with just a hint of creaminess in the middle and a zesty finish.
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.