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Late Harvest

2005 Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

Chateau Montelena Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc from the esteemed Napa Valley showcases a delightful balance of luscious sweetness and vibrant acidity. Its golden hue hints at the rich, ripe fruit flavors within, which offer prominent notes of apricot, honey, and citrus zest, complemented by an elegant floral undertone. With a medium body, this wine presents a smooth, rounded texture that caresses the palate, while its bright acidity adds a refreshing lift, making it exceptionally food-friendly. The wine is beautifully crafted to be off-dry, concluding with a lingering finish that leaves a delightful impression of its well-integrated sweetness. This vintage offers a charming expression of both the varietal and the renowned terroir, making it a true gem from Napa Valley.

Tasting notes:


Mineral

Mineral

Green Apple

Green Apple

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Flavor profile:


Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Napa County
Napa County

It may be small, but when it comes to American wine regions, they do not come much bigger than Napa County. Home to the famous Napa Valley, which comprises most of its area, the Napa name has gained global recognition for its exceptional wines—especially its Bordeaux varieties. Most Napa County wineries choose to be more location-specific when labeling their wine, listing the name of sub-regions like Yountville, Los Carneros or Rutherford to capitalize on the name recognition. However, with such an abundance of high-quality grapes grown across the region, plenty of négociant winemakers blend fruit from different sub-regions. This gives Napa County wines excellent regional balance, taking advantage of different terroirs and mesoclimates.

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