, Mary’s Vineyard boasts moderately fertile soils, excellent sun exposure and air circulation—ideal to grow Sauvignon Blanc with vivacious character. The distinct terroir of this vineyard produces Sauvignon Blanc with intensity and structure, and ripe, exotic flavors coupled with crisp, palate cleansing acidity.
Lots of charry oak and lees give this wine notes of vanilla, sour cream and a smooth texture, but the flavors are pretty thin. They veer toward citrus fruits, with a sprinkling of oregano and dill.
Above the fog line at 1,500 feet, this is an incredibly beautiful, yet stressed vineyard that produces trademark Mt Veeder characteristics. It starts with aromas of rich dark plums, dried herbs, grilled game and tea with forest floor undertones. Concentrated flavors of dried black cherries and wild blackberries are coupled with hints of clove and blackstrap molasses that lead into an opulent mouthfeel with chewy, lingering tannins.
Presents licorice, plum and hints of cigar box on the nose, followed by abundant flavors of blueberry, blackberry and violet. This wine reflects the intensity of its mountain origins and will age beautifully, with firm tannins and powerful structure.
Haystack Vineyard is nestled way up in Atlas Peak, Napa Valley’s highest appellation that sits 1,500 feet above sea level in the Vaca Mountains. This craggy, extremely rocky site stresses the vines, resulting in small, intensely concentrated berries.