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Rte Blanc – Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc
Country | USA |
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Region | California |
Producer | Clif Family Winery |
Size | 750mL |
Style | White |
Practices | Certified Organic, Organic |
Grapes | Sauvignon Blanc |
Other Features | B-Corp, Vegan, Woman-Owned/Crafted |
This Sauvignon Blanc comes primarily from CCOF certified Valle Di Sotto vineyard in the heart of the Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley. It is situated at the southern end of the Valley where cooling marine influences create a unique micro-climate that helps the grapes maintain bright fruit flavors and retain acidity.
Hand harvested in the cool morning hours; the fruit is destemmed, then pressed into tank. The juice is cold settled for 48 hours before initiating fermentation with cultured yeast. The wine is aged in 80% stainless steel and 20% neutral oak for 4 months with no malolactic fermentation.
Fruit aromatics are indicative of the cooler vintage – subtle grapefruit, lemon rind, lemon/lime, and a grassy character, New Zealand in style. Beautiful tannin is present on the back palate that provides framework and structure and gives the wine length, while bright acidity fills the middle. 13.5% alcohol. 1400 cases produced.
About the Producer
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Clif Family Winery and Farm is an extension of Gary Erickson and Kit Crawford’s values, a homage to their farming roots, and a way to give back to people, planet and community. Nestled in the rolling hills of Napa Valley, Gary and Kit, co-creators of Clif Bar, let their love of small batch wine and food grow into a 100- acre organic vineyard, vegetable garden and fruit orchard. Clif Family Winery & Farm was born from their desire to nurture delight in every day, spend time savoring and celebrating, and focus on building and sharing community.
As a certified B Corp, each product promotes organic and sustainable agriculture, fair labor practices, and a dedication to creating a better future. The vineyards are located in the Howell Mountain and Oak Knoll District AVA’s of the Napa Valley. Their estate vineyards hold CCOF and Napa Green certifications, reflecting their commitment to environmental responsibility. Their winemaker, Laura Barrett, follows a vineyard-first approach to craft elegant, beautifully balanced wines. Her wines are a timeless expression of Napa’s potential.
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