A blend of 79% Sauvignon Blanc and 21% Semillon, this has a pleasant touch of gaminess on the nose that is followed by tight and tangy and mainly green-fruit flavors on the palate. The significant amount of Semillon provides a balancing roundness, and there is a touch of fresh minerality to go along with dried herbal notes in the finish. Patrick Nyeholt is the current winemaker at this Napa Valley winery, although the 2023 vintage was the handiwork of Andy Erickson.
91 Roger Morris
Arietta, California “On the White Keys” 2024 ($80)
By Roger Morris
