91 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Honeydew rind, melon sorbet and lime peel aromas make for a dynamic nose on this bottling. The palate is tense with citrus pith flavors as broader stone fruit elements also arise. — Matt Kettmann
The S.V. Grenache Blanc is our take on this traditional white wine of the southern Rhône Valley. Estate-grown and bottled since 2006, this rare white grape shows surprising zingy tropical fruity characters.
The ’24 Grenache Blanc displays a burst of tropical fruit and white blossom aromas and flavors of golden kiwi, pineapple, and yellow pear. The wine is bright and crisp, also having notes of white peach and macadamia, with a streak of minerality and bright acidity. The 2024 Estate Grenache Blanc is beautiful on its own, but also a fantastic food pairing wine. This would pair well with fish tacos topped with a mango salsa.
Appellation: Santa Clara Valley
Vineyard: Sarah's Estate
Grower: Tim Slater
Alcohol: 12.8
Cooperage: Neutral French oak, 7 months
Production: 89
