Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
High Valley
Vineyard Designation
HSR
pH
3.3
Bottling Date
02/22/2024
Alcohol %
13.7
2023 Sauvignon Blanc
93 PTS * Wine Enthusiast
In Stock
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Our 2023 vintage is crisp, well balanced, and opulent in style. A mineral texture is
enhanced by aromas of freshly cut pineapple, florals and stone fruit. On the palate, a
vivid essence of zesty white grapefruit finishes with fresh lemon acidity.
Vineyard Notes
Our home ranch on the west side of the High Valley AVA has been known as “High
Serenity Ranch” for over one hundred years. The blocks planted to this idyllic site
include Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier and Gewürztraminer. Each block is
comprised of ancient lakebed and alluvial soils from the surrounding mountain range.
The transverse valley winds create some of the coolest sites in Lake County. The lower
temperatures on the valley floor allow for diurnal temperature swings of more than forty
degrees, enhancing flavor development while retaining a crisp acidity.
Winemaker Notes
We harvest our grapes early in the morning to ensure peak acidity and freshness upon
arrival to the winery. After gentle pressing, we allow the juice to cold settle overnight.
The next day we rack the juice off heavy lees and ferment in small stainless-steel tanks.
Sur lie aging with battonage (lees stirring) once a week in tank creates additional body,
texture and viscosity in the wine. This wine was aged six months, lightly fined and
filtered before bottling, for maximum freshness and brilliant clarity.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
High Valley
Vineyard Designation
HSR
pH
3.3
Bottling Date
02/22/2024
Alcohol %
13.7