![]() With temperate weather throughout fall, we were able to pick each block at optimal ripeness, yielding exceptionally juicy and polished red wines, with plush, well-rounded tannins, and lovely overall structure.Īged 15 months in 100% French oak, 40% new, 60% neutralįrom its tempting aromas of ripe cherry and black raspberry to its sweet, dusty tannins and supple texture, this a lush and expansive expression of Napa Valley Merlot. The excellent growing conditions naturally resulted in a slightly larger than average crop for our red Bordeaux varieties, with fully lignified seeds at low sugars levels. While our Chardonnay harvest began about three weeks later than normal, the fruit arrived at the winery in pristine condition, producing dynamic and complex wines. ![]() The conditions were ideal for both our Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, which show beautiful tropical notes and ripe flavors at low sugars. On the palate it is silky and mouth-filling, with refreshing acidity framing the tantalizing citrus and tropical fruit flavors while carrying the wine to a long, focused finish.ĩ2 Points - Wine Review Online (for 2018 Vintage)įor both red and white grapes, 2018 offered near picture-perfect growing conditions, with mild spring and summer weather, and no significant heat events. ![]() The lush and alluring Sauvignon Blanc reveals aromas of lemon verbena, candied pineapple, lime and summer melon. Resulting in bright, fresh and refined white wines with lovely underlying complexity.ĩ2% Stainless Steel, 8% new French Oak, Aged 5 months sur lie. Moderate temperatures continued throughout the rest of the season, providing additional hangtime for the grapes and A much-needed mid-September cool-down allowed for sugars to realign with flavor development. Harvest began on August 5th with Semillon, and early heat generated a fast and furious first few weeks of picking. The overall lack of rainfall led to light clusters and small berries, which resulted in reduced yields and great flavor concentration. Despite an unusually dry winter and warm spring, budbreak was delayed due to light rain in March. Harvested from our estates and elite vineyard sites in California’s North Coast, this rich and elegant Sauvignon Blanc was blended with Sémillon to add depth and complexity. 91 Points – Wine Enthusiast (for 2019 Vintage)Īt Duckhorn Vineyards, we have been making Sauvignon Blanc since 1982.
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