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Spottswoode Sauvignon Blanc 2018
Napa Valley, California, United StatesNapa Valley is hardly sauvignon blanc country, but a few folks make it and make it well. One of the best is Spottswoode, and they have been doing it since 1984. The grapes are a mix of organically farmed estate and contract fruit from top vineyards in Napa Valley and on Sonoma Mountain. Fermentation is also a mix: small stainless barrels, oak puncheons, amphora, concrete egg, and ceramic containers totalling some 200 individual fermentations each vintage. Add lees stirring, and you have a recipe for complexity, which sets you apart from almost every other sauvignon blanc made in California. The attack is vibrant thanks to excellent acidity and a refreshing stream of Meyer lemon, pink grapefruit and guava fruit. A mineral stonefruit finish leaves you wanting another glass. Mussels anyone?Tasted: 24 November 2019Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $126.99 | 750ml | private wine shops |
Grape: Sauvignon BlancCSPC: 747212
