2023 Sauvignon Blanc
90 Points- Wine Enthusiast
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Sauvignon Blanc is in its element when it is fermented entirely in stainless steel tanks (no oak), allowing the fresh, crisp nature of the fruit to shine. And that’s how we do our Estate Sauvignon Blanc.
This vintage is full of bright notes of citrus, Asian pear and tropical notes of pineapple and guava, with hints of lemon blossom. The vibrant flavors are surrounded by a crisp acidity that brings a beautiful freshness and structure to this wine. Hints of fresh herbs lurk in the background, as well as a mild tartness that is a hallmark of Sauvignon Blanc. This is a wine that is a perfect first glass of the evening…and you’re probably going to want a second.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
Monterey
Vineyard
75% San Lucas, 25% Scheid- Arroyo Seco
Harvest Date
Sep 21- Oct 14, 2023
pH
3.38
Aging
100% Stainless Steel
Bottling Date
Jan 26, 2024
Alcohol %
13.5
Wine Profile
Vineyard
Monterey County, with its combination of warm days followed by cool winds in the late afternoon, possesses excellent climatic conditions for this classic varietal. In fact, we grow it on five of our estate vineyards. For Winemaker Dave Nagengast, it's an embarrassment of riches, really. Sauvignon Blanc is a vigorous variety in the vineyard and it is important to tailor farming practices to obtain full flavor development. At Scheid, we utilize trellis systems that shelter the grapes, allowing filtered sunshine through the canopy to gently and evenly ripen the clusters. Vine growth and excessive foliage are managed by limiting water to keep vigor in check. The fruit for the 2023 vintage comes from our estate San Lucas and Scheid Vineyards, where the maritime-influenced conditions bring out the grassy and herbal traits of Sauv Blanc, with a hint of mineral edginess.
Varietal Composition
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Winemaking
Handpicked in the early morning hours, the grapes were whole-cluster pressed and slowly fermented in stainless steel at cold temperatures to preserve bright fruit flavors and varietal character. Stainless steel tanks provide a neutral environment that serves to accentuate the wine’s crisp, zesty qualities and retain its distinctive freshness. The finished wine was aged in stainless steel and stored cold to retain the wine’s aroma and fresh character. The result is a pure Sauvignon Blanc, with grass, sass, and a whole lotta class. Pour a glass!
Cases Produced
1,017