Griva Vineyard

2023 Arroyo Seco Sauvignon Blanc

The Bernardus Griva Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from the 2023 vintage, hailing from the Arroyo Seco region, showcases a refreshing and crisp profile. It exudes a lively acidity that dances on the palate, accompanied by a burst of vibrant fruitfulness. This white wine offers a medium body that carries the essence of the terroir in every sip. A perfect companion to a sunny day, this Sauvignon Blanc from Bernardus winery embodies the essence of Arroyo Seco's unique winemaking style.

Tasting notes:

Lemon

Grapefruit

Gooseberry

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Caprese Salad, Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Fish with Mango Salsa

Region:

Arroyo Seco

Lying in the middle of the Salinas Valley, the under-appreciated Arroyo Seco AVA is a beacon of cool-climate winemaking in Monterey County. Its vineyards—especially those to the east—are buffeted for much of the day by cold Pacific winds and shrouded by fog. This combines to give Arroyo Seco an extremely long growing season. Soils throughout the AVA are stony, and these stones absorb sunlight to provide additional heat to the vines. While winemakers face a challenging growing environment, the effort is worth it, as the area produces superbly balanced Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling; intriguing Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon perform well in the western part of the AVA.

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