Sauvignon Blanc

2023 Arroyo Seco Sauvignon Blanc

The I. Brand & Family Sauvignon Blanc hails from the Arroyo Seco region and is crafted exclusively from the Sauvignon Blanc grape. This white wine showcases a delightful fusion of vibrant flavors characteristic of the region. The 2023 vintage offers a harmonious balance of body, acidity, fruit intensity, tannins, and dryness, culminating in a refreshing and crisp taste experience that captures the essence of Arroyo Seco's unique terroir.

Tasting notes:

Mineral

Peach

Citrus Blossom

Flavor profile:

Acidity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Light

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Seafood Salad, Seafood, Lemon Butter Scallops

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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