Winery:  "2008 has emerged as another great year for Sauvignon Blanc, following firmly in the steps of 2006 and 2007. These vintages rank evenly as some of the best years of at least the last ten. Explosive aromas brimming with lemon, lime and citrus blossom mingle with gooseberry and passion fruit to proudly proclaim this wine’s varietal. A generous, fruit-forward palate shows juicy citrus flavors of lime, grapefruit and tangerine, balanced by bright, crisp acidity. The pleasant finish persists on the palate with great length of flavor. This is an easy-sipping, eminently drinkable wine that doesn’t sacrifice complexity or varietal character in its quest to be flat-out enjoyable....

Three practices define Geyser Peak Sauvignon Blanc. First, we source grapes from cool-climate, primarily coastal areas throughout California, from as far south as Monterey and as far north as Lake County. Second, we deliberately pick some lots of grapes earlier than is conventional, in order to capture their freshness, crisp acidity, and a classic Sauvignon Blanc grassiness. Third, each lot of grapes is vinified separately, through cool fermentation and cold storage in stainless steel, to retain fruit characters. In 2008, we expanded our use of several new yeast strains which can encourage the development of thiols, the passion-fruit aromas and flavors that we love. The dozens of small lots brought in together show a full range of flavors, from ripe tropical fruit to fresh citrus to grassy herbaceousness. After extensive trial blending, the final wine balances the very best of the lots together."

Wired For Wine:  Spring forward with this refreshingly clean, crisp Geyser Peak Sauvignon Blanc.  The tropical fruit and citrus nuances make it perfect companion for chicken and most things that swim or walk in the deep blue.  This beautifully balanced Sauvignon Blanc is a terrific aperitif on its own, or enjoy it with a plate of briny, raw oysters.  For lunch or a lighter meal, put together a delicious salad with asparagus, grilled chicken breast and a zesty lemon vinaigrette.  We love this Geyser Peak with grilled garlic shrimp and a creamy tomato risotto.  Pour another glass and savor it with an earthy brie with some fresh baguette.  You may have lost an hour, but you gained another luscious wine...  

Size:  750ml
Varietal:  Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: 2008
Alcohol:  13.0%
Region: Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California