Winemaker's Tasting Notes
We love to be creative and to blend wines with intention. Baby Blue
Blanc walks a tightrope that delivers the best qualities of Sauvignon
Blanc, bright acidity and freshness, yet tempered by the addition of
Viognier and Semillon in order to enhance the texture, something that
remains elusive to most Sauvignon Blanc bottled on its own.
Here the subtlest shade of pale straw radiates with a purity that
seems to first absorb and then reflect back all the light in the room.
The sensory dance continues with pristine aromas of fresh-squeezed lime,
grapefruit, chamomile tea and a delicate bouquet of exotic flowers, all
seamlessly integrated into a fragrant and harmonious whole.
And then we taste the wine and there is a burst of bright citrus,
and an ensemble of exotic kiwi, tangy gooseberry and subtle layers of
lemongrass. However, what most distinguishes this wine from its brethren
is the creamy texture.
Food Affinities
Sauvignon Blanc has a place at the table all year long. Spring and
summer come to mind first with fresh veggies, fruits, ceviche, oysters,
grilled white fish, poultry and anything else light and frefreshing. And
then the wonderful truth is that fall and winter also provide ample
opportunity to celebrate this delightful varietal. The trick is to seek
purity and balance in your winter flavors, where you taste each
component on the plate, such as herbed potatoes, fried chicken, whole
bakes fish and the like, all hearty but well delineated. Fun to explore
all year round!
Ageability
Oh so good right away, but also built to develop for longer than
many might expect. The 2021 Baby Blue Blanc should evolve nicely for
another 4-7 years under good cellar conditions.
A Note About Temperature
Many assume SB is meant to be consumed ice cold. While delightful on a
hot day or evening, the full character of this wonderful white will
reveal itself as it warms up just a bit. Start at around 50º F if you
can, then experience the complete wine as it warms a little more in your
glass.
Technical Data
90% Sauvignon Blanc, 7% Semillon, 3% Viognier
Fermented 92% in stainless steel, 8% in neutral French Oak
Alcohol: 13.7%
Cases Produced: 2300 cases
Bottled: March 2022
Released: May 2022
