Though a bit pricey for Sauvignon Blanc, the Ladera earns that kind of price respect with a sophisticated and complex palate that is uncommon for the variety. Inviting notes of tangerine and tropical fruits tell the story of Ryan’s Vineyard, located in the Oak Knoll District at the cooler end of the Napa Valley. The combination of warm days and cool nights in Oak Knoll have produced a Sauvignon Blanc that is rich and fresh at the same time. In the cellar the winemaker utilized both stainless steel and oak during fermentation, creating a combination of floral aromatics mixed with hints of spice.
Ladera, Napa Valley (California) Sauvignon Blanc 2018
By Robert Whitley