It seems I’m on a streak of appreciation for this wine over the last five vintages, and I am happy to add another release to the string. Master winemaker Philip Titus always gets to the complex side of Sauvignon Blanc, selecting three sites for the 2022 offering. Tasting, you would likely guess that there’s a little oak influence, but there’s no oak here — the texture is achieved through aging on the lees in stainless steel barrels, the smaller format intensifying the lees-y character. The result is depth and a little creamy texture that showcase herbs, tropical fruit, soft citrus and a dash of pithy bitters. It’s got real length and will stand up to some cellaring. Contains 5% Viognier.
Acumen, Sonoma County (California) Sauvignon Blanc 2022
By Rich Cook