Aged for 17 months in about 50% new French oak barrels, with the remainder being once-used and neutral, the 2019 Barrel Aged Sauvignon Blanc made by winemaker Jesse Katz is a serious wine that is a dead-ringer for a high-quality Bordeaux Blanc. Toasted baking spice, fruit caramel, grilled Meyer lemons, white mushrooms, dried flowers, and honey-coated pear are all present in the glass and spectacularly balanced. Perfect acidity, but not overwhelming amounts, connects with the rich mouthfeel and complex finish. I wouldn’t be surprised if this drinks well over the next decade with proper cellaring. 240 cases were made.
| Rating | Value | Drink |
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| 95 |
$85 |
2023-2033 |
| Country | Region | Appellation |
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| United States |
California |
Sonoma County |
| Editor | Issue | Importer |
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| J. Young |
March, 2023 |
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