Winemaker Notes
Pale yellow in hue. This 100% Sauvignon Blanc opens with a bright nose of guava and melon that follows through to the palate alongside flavors of passion fruit. The finish is well-balanced with bright acidity.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Fresh, crisp notes of ripe pineapple, thyme, and oregano wash over the palate in waves as succulent grapefruit sorbet is elevated by keen acidity.
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.
Sitting on the northeast side of the Clear Lake appellation, this warm area boasts multiple soil types that allow growers a lot of flexibility and experimentation with grape varieties. While Sauvignon blanc is a mainstay, this zone excels with Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, as well as other less common varieties like Barbera and Tempranillo.