Lot 460
2023 Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc
750ml$45/bottle under the original label
Vintage after vintage, this world-class estate Sauvignon Blanc program fetches 91-95 points from Vinous, Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Advocate, and Jeb Dunnuck. Lot 460 is 100% estate-grown, with the fruit hailing from one of the oldest Sauvignon Blanc vineyards in all of Sonoma. Finishing touches for extra complexity come via a rare Sauv Blanc clone grown from 35-year-old vines on a nearby hillside.
A brilliant nose of delineated woodland gooseberries beckons you into the glass, with flecks of white peach intertwining with fresh cut grass, lime, and wet stones. A second whiff reveals tropical undertones that extend the welcoming freshness of the first. On the excellently weighted palate, medium-plus crystalline acidity unveils further nuances of lime and mineral essence, followed by a refreshing finish of delicate lime zest, white florals, and a subtle whisper of tropical notes.
13.2% alc