Winemaker Notes
Grown along the northern banks of the Russian River, a region prized for its vibrant, lush wines, the Paul Dolan Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc tastes of brightly refreshing kiwi and citrus zest with an aromatic lemongrass perfume.
Professional Ratings
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Wine Enthusiast
Good balance and subtle flavors make this full-bodied wine quietly attractive and versatile with food. It tastes fresh, like white peaches, and has mild hints of herbs and lemon along with richer notes of honeydew melon on the finish. Editors' Choice.
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Wine Spectator
Good balance and subtle flavors make this full-bodied wine quietly attractive and versatile with food. It tastes fresh, like white peaches, and has mild hints of herbs and lemon along with richer notes of honeydew melon on the 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.
Located in northern Mendocino County, the Potter Valley appellation is centered on the town of Potter Valley directly east of Redwood Valley.
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