DUCKHORN SAUV BLANC 750

Description

Production Notes
Varietal Composition: 93% Sauvignon Blanc, 7% Sémillon
Winemaker Notes
The lush and alluring Sauvignon Blanc reveals aromas of lemon verbena, candied pineapple, lime and summer melon. On the palate it is silky and mouth-filling, with refreshing acidity framing the tantalizing citrus and tropical fruit flavors while carrying the wine to a long, focused finish.
Production
Despite an unusually dry winter and warm spring, budbreak was delayed due to light rain in March. The overall lack of rainfall led to light clusters and small berries, which resulted in reduced yields and great flavor concentration. Harvest began on August 5th with Semillon, and early heat generated a fast and furious first few weeks of picking. A much-needed mid-September cool-down allowed for sugars to realign with flavor development. Moderate temperatures continued throughout the rest of the season, providing additional hangtime for the grapes and resulting in bright, fresh and refined white wines with lovely underlying complexity.
WINE SPECS
Vintage2021
VarietalSauvignon Blanc
AppellationNorth Coast
Acid0.60 g/100ml
pH3.48
AgingAged 5 months sur lie
Fermentation92% stainless steel, 8% new French oak
Alcohol %14.1