30A Sauvignon Blanc (Willamette Valley) '24

The 30A Sauvignon Blanc, Willamette Valley, offers enticing aromas of gooseberry, ruby red grapefruit, acacia flowers, key lime, stone, and lemon verbena. On the palate, it is well-balanced with subtle notes of white peach, mandarin oranges, and a hint of grassiness, finishing with juicy and fresh spiced tropical notes. The wine features a well-crafted blend characterized by a cool start to the year, leading to a delayed bud break. The warm summer, with a few days exceeding 90°F in May, helped the grapes progress, while cooler weather in late August allowed for better tannin development and thicker grape skins. The vinification process included a mix of destemmed and whole cluster pressed grapes, with some portions undergoing 24-hour skin contact, followed by fermentation at cool temperatures and aging in a combination of small stainless steel vessels and neutral French oak barrels.