2022 Sauvignon Blanc
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Sauvignon Blanc is in its element when it is fermented entirely in stainless steel tanks (no oak), allowing the fresh crisp nature of the fruit to shine. And that’s how we do our Estate Sauvignon Blanc. Bright notes of citrus and ripe pear mingle with tropical notes of pineapple and guava. A distinct minerality gives way to a crisp acidity that lends a beautiful freshness and structure to this wine. Hints of tarragon and other light herbal and grass notes lurk in the background, as well as a mild tartness that is a hallmark of Sauvignon Blanc. This is a wine that is a perfect first glass of the evening…and you’re probably going to want a second.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
Monterey
Vineyard
56% Scheid – Arroyo Seco 44% San Lucas Vineyard
pH
3.43
Aging
100% stainless steel, 3 months
Bottling Date
Jan 12-13, 2023
Alcohol %
13.5
Wine Profile
Vineyard
Monterey County, with its combination of warm days followed by cool winds in the late
afternoon, possesses excellent climatic conditions for this classic varietal. In fact, we
grow it on five of our estate vineyards. For Winemaker Dave Nagengast, it's an
embarrassment of riches really. Sauvignon Blanc is a vigorous variety in the vineyard
and it is important to tailor farming practices to obtain full flavor development. At
Scheid, we utilize trellis systems that shelter the grapes, allowing filtered sunshine
through the canopy to gently and evenly ripen the clusters. Vine growth and excessive
foliage are managed by limiting water to keep vigor in check. The fruit for the 2022
vintage comes from our estate vineyards in the Monterey appellation, where the
maritime-influenced conditions bring out the grassy and herbal traits of Sauv Blanc, with
a hint of mineral edginess.
Varietal Composition
100% Sauvignon Blanc
Winemaking
Handpicked in the early morning hours, the grapes were whole cluster pressed and
slowly fermented in stainless steel at cold temperatures to preserve bright fruit flavors
and varietal character. Stainless steel tanks provide a neutral environment that serve to
accentuate the wine’s crisp, zesty qualities and retain its distinctive freshness. The
finished wine was aged for 3 months in stainless steel and stored cold to retain the
wine’s aroma and fresh character. The result is a pure Sauvignon Blanc, with grass, sass,
and a whole lotta class. Pour a glass!
Cases Produced
2,581