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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 Valley

Napa gained international acclaim following the Judgement of Paris in 1976, when its wines defeated its French counterparts in a blind tasting. Napa's signature wines are Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and various Bordeaux blends, but many other varieties, such as Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc also thrive here. With 16 sub-AVAs and a Mediterranean climate with rich geology, Napa is a winemaker's dream. The winegrowing region runs between the Mayacamas Mountains and Vaca Mountains for 30 miles, from Calistoga to Los Carneros. Napa has a wide array of soil types for such a small region, from volcanic foothills to alluvial valley floors, which help to produce varied and complex wines.

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