ROCHIOLI 2022 SAUVIGNON BLANC ESTATE RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY 750mL

There are very few plots of land in California that might be worthy of "Grand Cru" status, but if there was a quality rating on vineyards, Rochioli would most certainly be up there. The Rochioli's passion for fine wine and high-quality grape growing began in 1968 when Joe Jr. began planting Pinot Noir. Diverse soil coupled with cool coastal influences provide ideal conditions and reflect the singular character of the Russian River Valley. While the family does sell some grapes to notable Sonoma County producers such as Williams Selyem and Gary Farrell, they keep most of these prized grapes for themselves.

The Rochiolis have one of the oldest Sauvignon Blanc vineyards in Sonoma County, and those old vines don't produce many grapes-- but the quality they give is unrivaled! You don't often see Rochioli wines on a retailer's shelves but we managed to score a few cases of this gem!

JEB DUNNUCK 95 POINTS - "Pale straw in color, the 2022 Sauvignon Blanc Estate is flinty with wet rock, almost petrol, fresh chive, fresh peach, and delicate white grapefruit as well as a hint of saline. It’s a more Sancerre-inspired style, with fantastic restraint. On the palate, it offers ripe fruit as well as elegant and driving acidity, but it has a beautiful texture, with ripe peach, fresh herbs, and saline. This is a beautiful Sauvignon Blanc to enjoy over the next 5-7 years or more."