Winemaker Notes
This wine is the unique expression of a carefully nurturedpiece of land, made manifest in each bottle. We do withoutconventional pesticides and synthetic fertilizers, treating thesoil as a living, life-giving system. Our winegrowing prac-tices create special wines, while sustaining our environment,the place where we live, and the people who live here.
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.