North Coast Sauvignon Blanc 2023 – Kobrand Wine & Spirits

Overview / 2023 / 2022

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America / North Coast

The North Coast Sauvignon Blanc grapes come from vineyards in Napa Valley, including, from south to north, Estate ranches in Carneros, Suscol Springs, Rutherford and Calistoga and top vineyard throughout the North Coast. The exceptional fruit from these sites produces a rich, complex Sauvignon Blanc that is simultaneously fresh, crisp and zesty.

Grapes are harvested during the cool nighttime hours to fully capture their fresh, pure flavors and vibrant acidity. Whole-cluster-pressing of the fruit under anaerobic conditions maximizes varietal intensity while minimizing the extraction of astringent compounds from the skins.

The wine was fermented in lots in stainless steel tanks 95%) and concrete eggs (5%), using careful temperature control to develop an expressive range of Sauvignon Blanc characters. The wine was then aged for five months in neutral French oak (64%), stainless steel tanks (32%), and concrete eggs (4%) to enhance complexity before bottling.

Harvest Note

Ample rainfall early in 2023 replenished vineyard soils and allowed healthy, balanced vine development throughout an extended growing season. Even summer warmth allowed clusters to ripen slowly and consistently, developing an intensity of flavors and fresh acidity. Before August’s harvest, warm, sunny afternoons and cool evenings let grapes develop an expressive and concentrated range of aromas and flavors.

Tasting Note

Aromas of pink grapefruit, lemon curd, fresh pear, melon, and passionfruit. Flavors of citrus, kiwi, and lemon zest give way to more subtle hints of mango, guava, and pineapple. Crisp and refreshing, this light-bodied wine beautifully balances concentrated fruit flavors and lively acidity with a gently textured mineral finish.

Technical Data

GRAPES: 99% Sauvignon Blanc, 1% Semillon

APPELLATION: North Coast

PH: 3.30

ACIDITY: 0.62 g/100mL

ABV: 13.50%

AGING: Aged for 5 months in 64% neutral French oak; 32% stainless steel tank, 4% concrete egg

Unique Selling Points

Sourced from North Coast vineyards and Napa Valley estate ranches in Carneros, Suscol Springs, Rutherford and Calistoga
A variety of fermentation vessels results in a lively, citrus and melon-flavored wine
Very versatile as an aperitif or with fish, poultry, pasta, salads

“Our emphasis on fruit quality captures the expression of grapefruit, citrus, kiwi, guava, lime and melon in the wine.”

Stephanie Jacobs, Winemaker