2014 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

winemaking:
“Our  Sauvignon  Blanc  is  fermented  and  aged  sur  lees [on yeast]  in  neutral  Burgundian  barrels for 5 months. The wine does not  go  though   malolactic,   which  allows   it   to   maintain   fresh   fruit   characteristics and crisp acidity.  The  lees  are stirred carefully once a week during its time in barrel. This contact with the oak and the yeast adds texture and softens the palate.” Winemaker, Elaine St. Clair

roots:
The 2014 vintage is from the Ucibelli Vineyard located in Pope Valley. The Ucibelli Vineyard has been owned and run by the Ucibelli family since the mid 1950’s. Pope Valley is a region of the Napa Valley north east of St. Helena and Howell Mountain. It is an area of the Napa Valley known for Bordeaux varietals including Sauvignon Blanc, which grows very well in the warm climate. It is a well known and recognized viticultural area and may soon have its own sub appellation status.

aromas: 
pear, apricot, grapefruit, key lime, lemon grass, basil flower

palate:
bright flavors, well balanced, layers of fruit, full round texture, crisp finish, 

stats:
Ucibelli Vineyard, Pope Valley, Napa Valley, barrel aged 5 months, 190 cases