The 2023 vintage leans into what California Sauvignon Blanc does best when it doesn’t try to imitate Marlborough. You get ripe citrus—think lemon peel and grapefruit—but it stops short of tropical overload. There’s a subtle melon note, a little green apple, and a soft herbal edge that reminds you this grape still has roots.
On the palate, this wine plays positional football. It knows its assignment. Medium body, fresh acidity, and a clean finish that doesn’t linger too long or disappear too fast. No oak gymnastics. No fake creaminess. Just balance.
What I appreciate most is restraint. This isn’t Sauvignon Blanc trying to be Chardonnay. It’s not chasing gooseberry theatrics either. It’s approachable, food-friendly, and honest—three things that matter more than points on a shelf talker.
At 12%–13% alcohol, it stays refreshing. That matters. Especially for customers who tell me certain wines give them headaches. Lower alcohol, cleaner fermentation, fewer fireworks—often a better night’s sleep.
Let’s talk value. At $16.49 retail, it’s already fair. At $15.49 with card, it’s a no-brainer. At $13.94 when you mix six, it becomes dangerous—in a good way. That’s everyday wine territory with pedigree.
This is the bottle you bring to a dinner where you don’t know everyone’s palate. It won’t offend. It won’t bore. It just works. Like a veteran midfielder who never misses a shift change.
Pair it with grilled chicken, white fish, goat cheese, or even a snowy Michigan evening with nothing but conversation. Sauvignon Blanc doesn’t need sunshine to shine.
