2006 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

Purchase 2006 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

Blend:
90% Sauvignon Blanc
10% Semillon

The Vintage:
In 2006 the Sauvignon Blanc grapes were harvested in mid-September after a late spring bud break and mild growing season. This temperate weather provided for slow, steady and ideal grape development throughout the summer. By September 21st, the Sauvignon Blanc grapes reached ultimate ripeness with ideal sugars and crisp flavors. The Semillon also enjoyed a slow but even growing season and was harvested during the second week of October.

The moderate weather provided for slow and steady grape development throughout the summer and by the middle of September, the Sauvignon Blanc grapes reached there optimum ripeness with ideal sugars and wonderful, crisp flavors.

Winemaking:
The wine and winemaking techniques remain consistent from vintage to vintage because of the outstanding growing conditions in the vineyards every year. This 2006 wine follows in the Whitehall Lane style of a fruit forward and crisp Sauvignon Blanc. 70% of the fruit was fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks and 30% in new French oak barrels. The barrel fermented portion was aged “on the lees” for seven weeks. Utilizing both tank and barrels for fermenting and aging allows for crisp fruit flavors plus the added complexity and richness from the barrel fermentation. A small amount of Semillon was blended in to enhance the flavors and mouth-feel.

Tasting Notes:
The 2006 Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant offering with aromas of grapefruit, melon and hints of peach. It is light to medium bodied and delivers rich and refreshing citrus flavors and excellent balance.

The Closure:
This wine is sealed with a cork free closure. The screw cap closure has a liner that was designed specifically for wine and forms an ideal seal to retain the freshness of this Sauvignon Blanc.

Purchase 2006 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

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