Wine Selection
Grgich Hills Estate 2012 (USA: CA - Napa Valley) (ID# 1970)
| Name | Grgich Hills Estate 2012 (ID# 1970) | |||
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| Varietal | Fume Blanc | |||
| Region | USA: CA - Napa Valley | |||
| Notes | "Aromas of lemon drop, grapefruit peel, white flowers and saline minerality, with a riper pineapple quality emerging with air. Scented and fairly rich in the mouth, with an enticing sugar/acid balance to the concentrated tropical fruit, pineapple and lemon drop flavors. Finishes juicy and persistent, with a repeating note of pineapple. Plenty of flavor here." (Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar) | |||
Additional Notes "Like the label says, this wine is absolutely dry. It’s also very crisp in acidity, with a mouthwatering tartness that has the taste of freshly-squeezed lime juice. The fruit flavors also include pineapples, grapefruits and Meyer lemons, with slightly richer notes of peaches and Asian pears. This elegant Sauvignon should be easy to find, with more than 11,600 cases…" (Wine Enthusiast) "This Sauvignon Blanc has notes of tropical fruits, lemongrass and a touch of minerality at the end of the long finish. Pair with grilled seafood and chicken, oysters, creamy pasta dishes and summer salads. "Appealing, with a tangy, crisp take on lime, grapefruit and green apple notes, with a touch of fresh herbs and an extremely juicy finish. Drink now. 11,611 cases made." (Wine Spectator) |
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| Price | $34.99 |
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| Scores | Press* | Points | Other | Gold Star |
| IWC: | 90 pts | |||
| WE: | 90 pts | |||
| WS: | 87 pts | |||
| Other | ABV% | Body | Oak | Bio/Natural/Org/Sus |
| 13.5 | Medium | Light | Bio | |
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DEC = Decanter
JS = James Suckling
VIN = Vinous
WA = Wine Advocate (Robert Parker)
WE = Wine Enthusiast
WS = Wine Spectator
W&S = Wine & Spirits Magazine