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Velvet Slippers Club

2012 New Mexico Sauvignon Blanc

The Caduceus Velvet Slippers Club is a delightful Sauvignon Blanc from the enchanting winemaking region of New Mexico, showcasing the unique terroir of this area. This vintage from 2012 presents a light-bodied experience, with vibrant acidity that dances on the palate, delivering a refreshing and invigorating sensation. The fruit intensity is pronounced, highlighting notes of zesty citrus, green apple, and hints of herbaceousness that are characteristic of the varietal. Its dryness adds to the wine's crispness, making it an ideal choice for a variety of culinary pairings. With its overall bright profile, this Sauvignon Blanc is an exceptional reflection of the New Mexico winemaking scene, inviting you to explore its layered complexities.

Tasting notes:


Citrus Blossom, Green Apple, Mineral

Citrus Blossom

Citrus Blossom

Green Apple

Green Apple

Mineral

Mineral

Pairs well with:


Ceviche, Seafood Salad, Fresh Garden Salad

Region:


New Mexico
New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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