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ALIENOR is a tribute to Aliénor of Aquitaine and to the substantive contribution she made to the fine wines of Bordeaux. As Queen of England, Aliénor shared the sustaining traditions Read More...
of her native Aquitaine by turning vast areas of France, among them the region of Bordeaux, into English territory. During her reign, grape production and wine export, already an important part of everyday life in Bordeaux, grew to levels unequalled before or since.
In charge of winemaking is world-reknowned winemaker Denis Malbec. Denis might be most famous for his time spent making wine at Chateau Latour in Bordeaux, and he also fashios the high-scoring wines at Kapcsandy in Napa Valley.
This Sauvignon Blanc is a ringer for a white wine from Bordeaux's Graves region. Fermented in 1/3 new, 1/3 neutral, and 1/3 stainless steel barrels, the wine is exceptionally aromatic showing flowers, grapefruit, citrus zest, melon, and marshmallow. The wine is rich, round, and packed with flavor, yet it still retains good acidity to keep it fresh and light on its feet.
In charge of winemaking is world-reknowned winemaker Denis Malbec. Denis might be most famous for his time spent making wine at Chateau Latour in Bordeaux, and he also fashios the high-scoring wines at Kapcsandy in Napa Valley.
This Sauvignon Blanc is a ringer for a white wine from Bordeaux's Graves region. Fermented in 1/3 new, 1/3 neutral, and 1/3 stainless steel barrels, the wine is exceptionally aromatic showing flowers, grapefruit, citrus zest, melon, and marshmallow. The wine is rich, round, and packed with flavor, yet it still retains good acidity to keep it fresh and light on its feet.
$34.95
Arrow & Branch proprietors (and Laguna Beach locals) Steve and Seanne Contursi share a great love for the wines of Bordeaux, particularly those produced with a large quantity Read More...
of Cabernet Franc, such as Château Cheval Blanc. The couple sought out their Coombsville vineyard property with an eye to producing top-quality Cabernet Franc-based wines from Napa Valley. They bought the Arrow & Branch Vineyard in November 2007, as this vineyard was the source of Tony Soter's renowned and highly rated Little Creek Cabernet Franc. The Contursi's have maintained the organic farming and, through their work with the detail-oriented Viticulturalist Mike Wolf, are continually improving this wonderful vineyard site.
The 2012 Sauvignon Blanc is a compelling wine with intense and inviting aromas invoking the clean notes of fresh citrus blooms after rain. This wine is grounded in the familiar character of new apricots, ripe nectarine and grapefruit peel. It’s made serious and savory by hints of bouillon, freshly ground coriander seeds and dried lavender stems. Wet stone and flint highlight the entry giving this vibrant wine lovely depth and character.
The 2012 Sauvignon Blanc is a compelling wine with intense and inviting aromas invoking the clean notes of fresh citrus blooms after rain. This wine is grounded in the familiar character of new apricots, ripe nectarine and grapefruit peel. It’s made serious and savory by hints of bouillon, freshly ground coriander seeds and dried lavender stems. Wet stone and flint highlight the entry giving this vibrant wine lovely depth and character.
$39.95
This is a gorgeous property located right off Highway 29 in Oakville. Its vineyard architect is Dave Abreu, it's managed by Jim Barbour, and the wine is made by Read More...
Philippe Melka (Lail, Gemstone, Dana). Here's the skinny on this property; over the winter and sping of 2010, we came across Kristine Ashe at several trade tastings. Everytime we sampled her wines, they were at the top of our lists. Heck, at the Oakville tasting, we felt her Cabernet was as good as many of the TRUE cult wines! If that's not an endorsement, then don't bother reading any further!
The Sauvignon Blanc is grown on a shady knoll by the edge of the Napa River. The cooler microclimate of this three-acre block protects the grapes’ fresh acidity while allowing them to ripen to their full potential. After a night harvest, Philippe ferments the grapes in concrete eggs, which ensures optimal heat distribution during fermentation and enhances the natural minerality of the fruit. The resulting wine has delicate aromas of white flowers and peach combine into an alluring nose with hints of guava and tropical fruits, while the palate delivers fresh minerality punctuated by ripe ruby-red grapefruit and pineapple. The deceptively delicate texture unfolds into a creamy, medium body with nuances of melon, citrus and vanilla lingering in the crisp finish.
The Sauvignon Blanc is grown on a shady knoll by the edge of the Napa River. The cooler microclimate of this three-acre block protects the grapes’ fresh acidity while allowing them to ripen to their full potential. After a night harvest, Philippe ferments the grapes in concrete eggs, which ensures optimal heat distribution during fermentation and enhances the natural minerality of the fruit. The resulting wine has delicate aromas of white flowers and peach combine into an alluring nose with hints of guava and tropical fruits, while the palate delivers fresh minerality punctuated by ripe ruby-red grapefruit and pineapple. The deceptively delicate texture unfolds into a creamy, medium body with nuances of melon, citrus and vanilla lingering in the crisp finish.
$11.95
This sauvignon blanc has vibrant aromas of lime and grapefruit zest, casaba melon and hints of fresh herbs. The mid-palate has bright citrus flavors of lemon, lime, and grapefruit, Read More...
with a distinct, underlying minerality. It finishes dry and is a perfect complement to raw oysters and other light seafood fare.
$21.99
This is a blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Semillon, both from The Brander Vineyard. A classic example of a white Bordeaux. Aged sur-lie for in 50% new French oak barrels to Read More...
add richness in flavor and silkiness to the texture while still showcasing firm balanced acidity. A perfect pairing with Santa Barbara's richer seafood - we're thinking lobster with lemon butter or grilled salmon.
$13.99
This Sauvignon Blanc blend is sourced from the best estate lots in the Santa Ynez Valley with Sauvignon Blanc from The Brander Vineyard and Riesling and Pinot Gris from Kick On Ranch. It’Read More...
s made totally in stainless steel to preserve its crisp freshness, but in an off-dry style, giving it a little extra body and more than a passing resemblance to some of our favorite wines from Alsace.
45% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Riesling, 25% Pinot Gris Named after Fred Brander's daughter, this Sauvignon Blanc blend is sourced from the best estate lots in the Santa Ynez Valley. It's produced and aged in stainless steel to preserve its crisp freshness, but is made in an off-dry style, giving it a little extra body and a resemblance to some wines from Alsace France
45% Sauvignon Blanc, 30% Riesling, 25% Pinot Gris Named after Fred Brander's daughter, this Sauvignon Blanc blend is sourced from the best estate lots in the Santa Ynez Valley. It's produced and aged in stainless steel to preserve its crisp freshness, but is made in an off-dry style, giving it a little extra body and a resemblance to some wines from Alsace France
$24.99
We’ve tasted this over the years and each time we do, it's impressed and electrified us! It’s the Sauv Blanc that many wish they could make, and the type that everybody loves to drink. Read More...
This is Brander’s best Sauvignon Blanc, made from selected estate grapes in the classic Loire Valley style; 100% Sauv Blanc, with no oak and no malolactic fermentation. This natural acidity sends a laser beam of vibrant lime, grapefruit, passion fruit, litchi, lemon, green apple and a hint of gooseberry, ending with a mouthwatering finish of mint and zippy acidity.
$11.95
Buena Vista joined the Boisset Family Estates collection in May 2011. Today, Jean-Charles Boisset is returning Buena Vista to its original glory with the complete restoration and re-Read More...
opening of the champagne cellars, which have been unavailable to the public for over 20 years. Jean-Charles is 100% dedicated to doing whatever is needed to showcase the quality of the wines from this property. The wines of Buena Vista are being driven to greater heights under Winemaker Brian Maloney and Consulting Winemaker David Ramey, including the re-introduction of Sonoma wines, in honor of Buena Vista's role in the discovery of Sonoma as one California's great terroirs.
Most Sauvignon Blancs at this price are crisp yet simple, but Buena Vista brings us a medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc showcasing aromas of sea salt, smoke, and citrus peel, such as lemon and lime. It also shows some warm spiciness, green cardamom, anise, sweet hay and honeydew. The lime peel and honeydew carry over on the palate, leading to a clean and fresh, lingering finish.
Most Sauvignon Blancs at this price are crisp yet simple, but Buena Vista brings us a medium-bodied Sauvignon Blanc showcasing aromas of sea salt, smoke, and citrus peel, such as lemon and lime. It also shows some warm spiciness, green cardamom, anise, sweet hay and honeydew. The lime peel and honeydew carry over on the palate, leading to a clean and fresh, lingering finish.
$24.99
The startlingly fresh, vivid aromas of Cakebread's 2012 Sauvignon Blanc literally leap out of the glass, redolent of just-cut white grapefruit, bracing gooseberry, lime and kiwi, and Read More...
ripe honeydew melon, with subordinate spice and vanilla scents. On the medium-bodied palate, the wine’s ripe grapefruit, guava, melon, green apple and mineral flavors are remarkably rich, intense, concentrated and vibrant, with a long, full finish packed with fresh fruit and mineral/chalky (a la White Bordeaux) tones.
$10.95
Cartlidge & Browne's 2011 Sauvignon Blanc was hand picked and sorted from the best vineyards in the Red Hills, High Valley, and other North Coast vineyards. It was fermented at cool Read More...
temperatures in 100% stainless to accentuate the true expression of Sauvignon Blanc. It underwent no malolactic fermentation but was left on its lees from mid September to the end of December, to enhance texture and add complexity.
Herbaceous and refreshing lemongrass and citrusy green apple greets you upon uncorking this lovely wine. Slight mineral tastes and white peach tease your palate and leave you with a smooth, light finish. Delicate in and out of the bottle, this Sauvignon Blanc is always dressed to impress!
Herbaceous and refreshing lemongrass and citrusy green apple greets you upon uncorking this lovely wine. Slight mineral tastes and white peach tease your palate and leave you with a smooth, light finish. Delicate in and out of the bottle, this Sauvignon Blanc is always dressed to impress!
$16.99
Made by Chappellet Winery.
$19.95
When Cliff Lede (pronounced “LAY-dee”) was in his late 20s, he was given his first taste of good Bordeaux. After that, as it has been said so many times before, he was hooked! Since Read More...
that time, he has acquired a vineyard in the Napa Valley, and immediately assembled a team who is dedicated to taking Bordeaux varietals to a whole new level... and they’re doing what it takes to achieve that!
At the head of the winemaking team is the talented and dedicated Michelle Edwards. She earned a B.S. in viticulture and enology ad UC Davis, endured 12-hour graveyard shifts at a grape-crushing facility in southern Australia, and worked harvests at Peter Michael and J Vineyards & Winery. She came to Cliff Lede Vineyards from Colgin Cellars, where she served as the assistant winemaker for three years, and worked with master viticulturist David Abreu. David is now managing the vineyards at Cliff Lede, and together, he and Michelle continue working to source the secrets of each vintage.
The Sauvignon Blanc comes from three different vineyards; two which impart vibrancy and finesse, and one fromRutherford for richness. To prevent one dominant tone, different processes were used; some fruit was whole-clusterpressed, while another portion was subjected to 16 hours of skin contact. The juice was fermented in stainless steel,oak barrels and concrete to preserve freshness and build complexity. We thought it was a knockout!
At the head of the winemaking team is the talented and dedicated Michelle Edwards. She earned a B.S. in viticulture and enology ad UC Davis, endured 12-hour graveyard shifts at a grape-crushing facility in southern Australia, and worked harvests at Peter Michael and J Vineyards & Winery. She came to Cliff Lede Vineyards from Colgin Cellars, where she served as the assistant winemaker for three years, and worked with master viticulturist David Abreu. David is now managing the vineyards at Cliff Lede, and together, he and Michelle continue working to source the secrets of each vintage.
The Sauvignon Blanc comes from three different vineyards; two which impart vibrancy and finesse, and one fromRutherford for richness. To prevent one dominant tone, different processes were used; some fruit was whole-clusterpressed, while another portion was subjected to 16 hours of skin contact. The juice was fermented in stainless steel,oak barrels and concrete to preserve freshness and build complexity. We thought it was a knockout!
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The boys at Dragonette bonded over a love of Didier Dagueneau’s famous Sauvignons and spent years comparing and contrasting the nuances found in white Bordeaux, Pouilly Fumé and even Read More...
the great sweet wines of Sauternes. They knew that Santa Barbara County was promising for Sauvignon Blanc, but how far could they take it if they pushed the envelope? With the help of ripe grapes from the Grasinni Vineyard in eastern Santa Ynez Valley, they have gone so far as to show some of the “old guard” a thing or two. Winemaker Brandon Sparks-Gillis fermented the Sauvignon Blanc in a mix of tank and barrel and bottled the resulting wine without filtration. This extremely limited, 125-case bottling displays fruit aromas of honeydew, green apple, yellow watermelon, fresh coconut and white flowers. As the wine opens it further displays fig, white peach, mint and a resinous note of basil. Zippy and round at the same time, this is not your typical Sauv Blanc… it’s better!
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