2012 Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2012 |  | |
| Type | White | ||
| Producer | Merry Edwards (web) | ||
| Variety | Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Designation | n/a | ||
| Vineyard | n/a | ||
| Country | USA | ||
| Region | California | ||
| SubRegion | Sonoma County | ||
| Appellation | Russian River Valley | ||
| UPC Code(s) | 2120097133103, 879039001032 |
| Drinking Windows and Values |
| Drinking window: Drink between 2013 and 2016 (based on 25 user opinions) | |
| Wine Market Journal quarterly auction price: See Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc on the Wine Market Journal. |
| Community Tasting History |
Community Tasting Notes (average and median of 92 pts. in 402 notes) | |
| Tasted by stschutz on 8/26/2023 & rated 93 points: Would agree with notes below. A wonderful surprise, no citrus but full of sweet honey and pears. Almost Sauternes-like, this was a lot of fun to sip. There was definitely a sense of complexity in this wine after 11 years in bottle. With Katie and Tim. (437 views) | |
| Tasted by BHRH on 1/19/2023 & rated 94 points: Pnp. Astonishingly fresh and vivid. Pretty gold, no hint of orange. Not even the tiniest bit of oxidation! Melons, pear and a nice floral touch on the nose. Super well balanced and deep honeydew melon, light grass and minerals on the palate. Smooth, long finish with bright acidity and complex richness. Wine of the night! Sure wish I had more!! (654 views) | |
| Tasted by goodvitis.com on 11/13/2021 & rated 93 points: Beautiful nose of chamomile tea, guava, orange marmalade, lime curd, and wax. Medium bodied with big, round acid. Flavors include lime zest, pear, guava, kiwi, and mint. I love sauvignon blancs when they reach this stage of development. I'm not sure it's getting much better, but it's not nose diving either. (1123 views) | |
| Tasted by sdahar on 4/18/2021 & rated 91 points: Still drinking well. (1299 views) | |
| Tasted by wabi47 on 6/10/2020 & rated 91 points: Full texture for SB; pear and nectarine with reasonable acidity; balanced, still in drinking window, goes down quickly (1635 views) | |
| Tasted by sdahar on 5/30/2020 & rated 91 points: Much better than the last bottle I had last year. The wine showed good balance with a creamy mouth feel. Very well integrated but definitely at the end of the road. (1299 views) | |
| Tasted by dbkitc on 2/23/2020 & rated 92 points: I am surprised at just how good this is. I figured it would be a bit past it’s best. I was wrong. Rich SB, grippy and deep. Melon. Delicious. (92) (1349 views) | |
| Tasted by kleinahoe on 8/18/2018: A little tired. (2280 views) | |
| Tasted by mflesh on 3/30/2018: Never thought that a 2012 Sauvignon Blanc from Napa would hold this long. Well, I guess I shouldn't have been surprised given the name. This bottle is mature, shows a very slight amount of acidity on the front, but very "light" given the weight. Finished with more of a honeysuckle type of characteristic. Not a dessert wine by any stretch of the imagination. Just pretty amazed that a 6 year old SB could be drinking so well six years after bottling! (2792 views) | |
| Tasted by Peianzhu on 3/10/2018 & rated 90 points: Room temperature (2476 views) | |
| Tasted by sdahar on 11/23/2017 & rated 92 points: Had with the soup and salad course for Thanksgiving dinner. Worth the wait but hard to see much more improvement. Great balance of fruit and acidity that blended nicely (2904 views) | |
| Tasted by M4 on 11/14/2017 & rated 92 points: Excellent, I really liked it and would have more (2848 views) | |
| Tasted by Winiac on 10/7/2017 & rated 90 points: There seems to be a lot of inter bottle variability! Previous two bottles were somewhat unbalanced and hot, but this one is fairly balanced and delicious. (2459 views) | |
| Tasted by Dan & Patti on 7/9/2017 & rated 95 points: Absolutely the best SauvBlanc available, floral notes with a long finish (2557 views) | |
| Tasted by ajfret01 on 7/6/2017: Showing its age, but still drinkable and pleasant. (2485 views) | |
| Tasted by Winiac on 6/20/2017 & rated 90 points: Floral with expressive bouquet, round. and full mouthfeel. Slightly hot (that makes me think twice about the score), but overall good wine. (2251 views) | |
| Tasted by brminz on 5/28/2017 & rated 98 points: Still our favorite Sauvignon Blanc of all time. Full, rich, complex, extremely long finish. Paired great with a fennel, pear salad with creme fraise, olive, caper spread on brochette toast. (2391 views) | |
| Tasted by pgm on 5/6/2017 & rated 90 points: Still got nice complexity, a bit of green grass and gooseberry, fennel spice, and apple. But it's not as lively as it once was. Drink these young. Drink this one soon. (2059 views) | |
| Tasted by Uncle John on 4/26/2017 & rated 92 points: My Dad loved this wine. Was great with shrimp scampi. (1264 views) | |
| Tasted by karaseke on 3/12/2017 & rated 91 points: Well crafted, lush, still kickin it (1474 views) | |
| Tasted by Sauvyfan on 1/13/2017 & rated 88 points: Disappointing. Poor QPR (1640 views) | |
| Tasted by Wine Warrior 1 on 12/17/2016 & rated 92 points: PnP left me slightly disappointed. This really opened up well. Really enjoyable SB that is tasting well right now. Give it alittle time when you open it and you are in for a treat. (1651 views) | |
| Tasted by BigBoy_Sonoma on 9/11/2016 & rated 93 points: Acidity, tropical fruit, butterscotch, lemon hints of vanilla and Granny Smith Apple. a/a- (2245 views) | |
| Tasted by rustyRudy on 8/24/2016 & rated 93 points: Light yellow. Floral nose, grapefruit, good concentration of citrus, apple, hint of lemongrass and full on finish. (2274 views) | |
| Tasted by Bruce 1er on 6/29/2016 & rated 92 points: Very balanced, crisp, with a fine bouquet. A really nice wine that is rich yet restrained (oak), and very clean in the finish. And has good body. (2499 views) | |
| Tasted by Quarked on 6/15/2016 & rated 93 points: California SB's don't get much better than this! (2481 views) | |
| Tasted by WinthropT96 on 3/10/2016 & rated 91 points: Still drinking well. Nose is still strong with some mellon & kiwi. Less fruit in the mouth - more minerally. Oily texture but structure still there. Probably should have had it last year. (3594 views) | |
| Tasted by wabi47 on 3/7/2016 & rated 91 points: Smooth and luscious rather than crisp and herbal; gulpable (2890 views) | |
| Tasted by BigBoy_Sonoma on 2/21/2016 & rated 92 points: Tropical fruit, lemon, lime, grass, rose petals. Acidity crisp and well balanced. A-/A (3022 views) | |
| Tasted by galewskj on 2/14/2016 & rated 90 points: Valentines Day : Bring a Bottle you LOVE (Jason and Mariellen's): This wine is richer and more round than almost all sauvignon blanc. The mouthfeel has weight. There is nice tropical fruit and a touch of citrus. There is a spice to it as well. It ends on a creamy finish. This tastes slightly oaked, and I like that. (3057 views) | |
| Tasted by rosenst1 on 2/10/2016 & rated 88 points: PnP. Seems to be fading a bit. Drink up. (2546 views) | |
| Tasted by Black Kat on 2/2/2016 & rated 92 points: Rich, full body, acidic yet with floral notes. Hints of tangerine and balsamic vinegar. Went perfectly with my garlic chicken dish. (2018 views) | |
| Tasted by dhammer53 on 1/2/2016 & rated 91 points: A hint of grapefruit. Fruit nose. Smooth and more elegant (with some age) than my last bottle in Fall 2014. (2198 views) | |
| Tasted by rmgroves on 12/24/2015 & rated 92 points: Outstanding. Crisp clean with fruit shining (1974 views) | |
| Tasted by adam.dfarkas on 12/19/2015 & rated 93 points: Crisp, clear gold color. Aromas of pear, peach. Elegant wine. (2048 views) | |
| Tasted by hiker_guy on 12/14/2015: My favorite Sauvignon Blanc in the new world. This was beautiful. The nose was lovely with a richness on the nose that is entirely uncommon. The palate was layered richness and the oak was entirely integrated with the fruit. Creamy yet crisp with a long lovely finish. Will buy again. (2069 views) | |
| Tasted by Hodby on 11/29/2015 & rated 91 points: Pale, grey-straw color. Spicy nose: melon, apple, grapefruit, wet clay pot, mango, vanilla, white pepper. On arrival, medium-low acidity; rounded, creamy mouth-feel. Bone dry and fruity in the mouth, high energy and ample richness in the finish. Fit well with leftover Thanksgiving turkey and sides, including the sweet potatoes. (2115 views) | |
| Tasted by Javachip on 11/7/2015 & rated 92 points: San Diego WineSpectator.com Offline, 11/7/2015 (Grande Colonial Hotel (Nine Ten Restaurant), La Jolla, California): Clear light straw yellow. Smoky, musky (not musty) notes of lemon, grapefruit, and thyme, with a touch of cut grass. Delicious as usual. (2792 views) | |
| Tasted by schott on 10/10/2015 & rated 91 points: At cool refrigerator temp - popped and poured. Light golden straw color. Tart apple and slight citrus nose. Very fruit strong, medium well balanced acid, light alcohol. This continues to be one of my favorite Sauv Blancs. (2423 views) | |
| Tasted by suburbanfrog on 9/21/2015 & rated 94 points: My kind of style for Sauvignon Blanc. I could drink this all day. My score says it all about how I feel about this wine. (2442 views) | |
| Tasted by jkscully on 9/2/2015: Primarily grapefruit and peach with a touch of minerality. Very fruity. If I had tasted this blind, I would have guessed it was a Gewürztraminer, with its opulent texture, exotic flavors, and hint of spice. (2646 views) | |
| Tasted by Uncle John on 8/10/2015 & rated 92 points: Amazing with fresh lobster and scallops from the Bay of Fundy. (2700 views) | |
| Tasted by rustyRudy on 8/4/2015 & rated 93 points: Light color. Grapefruit and apple nose. Drank this with sea scallops and pasta at Circa 1886. Balanced, delicious, went well with the food. Although there is lots of grapefruit on the nose it is not overdone on the palate. Will seek out more (2703 views) | |
| Tasted by behm0027 on 7/9/2015 & rated 89 points: On the nose, lemon peel, wet stone, toast, and a little straw along with subtle bright apple. Apple, pear, and slate on the palate. Nice acidity. Medium bodied. Well balanced Sauv Blanc...a touch too much ripe fruit on the finish...wish it was a little cleaner. Have to think it went through malo? (2657 views) | |
| Tasted by jhemming on 7/4/2015 & rated 90 points: Nice SB. Citrus with stone fruits. Some secondary floral notes. Rounded body with good texture and persistent but not over powering acidity (2594 views) | |
| Tasted by Jbird73 on 6/29/2015 & rated 91 points: Went very well with a red chicken curry dish. This is still after all this time my favorite SB. It's not my favorite varietal but I like this wine. No need to wait on this vintage...just pop and enjoy. (2361 views) | |
| Tasted by glou.sf on 6/21/2015 & rated 91 points: Citrus, grass, gooseberry, and minerals on the nose. Some honey and green apple on the palate. Good finish. (2121 views) | |
| Tasted by rocknroller on 6/10/2015 & rated 92 points: A Mostly French Wednesday Afternooner (Rocknroller's (Kevin & Vicki's Place)): Light gold color. Drank 2 glasses over 90 minutes plus. This was certainly the best example of this wine i've had to date. Really an eye opener with amazing depth and texture on the palate. But everything comes together here, from the captivating nose with earthy grip up front along with citrus, white peach, butter, and mineral to the round and rich palate with peach, citrus, lychee and earth wrapped around a mineral finish with tangy acidity. Probably about as good as domestic SB can get. (2817 views) | |
| Tasted by garambler on 6/6/2015 & rated 92 points: Friends and I had this with dinner at the Purple Café on 6/6/15. It had a fresh, attractive bouquet of melon, apricot, kiwi and mineral aromas. The palate had good acidity and flavors that followed the nose. (1286 views) | |
| Tasted by John Dunlap on 5/25/2015 & rated 91 points: Limited table side notes. Light color. A nice SB of compact flavors i.e., this wine remained restrained and did not possess any over the top flavors of grapefruit or grass. Perfect for sipping over lunch at Corks near Graton, south of Guerneville, CA. (2454 views) | |
| Tasted by BigBoy_Sonoma on 5/23/2015 & rated 92 points: Melon, citrus, lemon, acidity, minerality. a/A- (2059 views) | |
| Tasted by markcic on 5/11/2015 & rated 91 points: Melon, Guava, Butter, a little citrus - just a really great wine. (2288 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 5/3/2015 & rated 93 points: consistent with prior notes, swear this still tastes better 2nd day (2297 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 5/2/2015 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2013 views) | |
| Tasted by lvjohn on 5/1/2015 & rated 92 points: Maybe just a little off peak, but still delicious. Sweet, zesty, citrus and some pineapple notes. Great stuff. (1846 views) | |
| Tasted by Uncle John on 4/27/2015 & rated 91 points: A lovely example of Sauvignon Blanc with crisp acidity balanced by some round sweetness on the finish. I prefer this on the colder side. (1928 views) | |
| Tasted by hoservin on 4/12/2015 & rated 92 points: Bouquet of apricot, white flowers, lime, and lemon custard. Pear, melon, lemon and lime on the palate leads to a soft, creamy finish. Good acidic balance. Paired well with chicken fajitas. (1967 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 4/2/2015 & rated 90 points: Consistent year to year. (2165 views) | |
| Tasted by wineguy1968 on 3/31/2015 & rated 92 points: Ive been drinking this for over a year and its picked up a silky creaminess that I typically would see in a nice chard. All they crisp fruit is still there pineapple, pear, grass. (2276 views) | |
| Tasted by Duncan Wine on 3/21/2015 & rated 90 points: Pale bright yellow. Aromas of grapefruit and pepper. Strong pineapple and overly sweet on the palate when compared to previous bottles. Could have been it followed a syrah (out of sequence). This bottle was better when consumed with food. (2293 views) | |
| Tasted by Bobc7had on 3/1/2015 & rated 91 points: Just beautiful Drinking perfectly (2320 views) | |
| Tasted by Bluffan on 2/15/2015 & rated 92 points: Still singing, complex, rich, delightful alone or with food. (2431 views) | |
| Tasted by jslavitz on 2/8/2015 & rated 90 points: Good but I wish I had a Chardonnay. (1031 views) | |
| Tasted by CJM on 2/5/2015 & rated 87 points: Clear, very pale straw. Violet, lemon, lychee. Low a ids, no tannins. Apple. Short balanced finish. (2398 views) | |
| Tasted by BigBoy_Sonoma on 1/24/2015 & rated 93 points: Drank from a 375ml Acidity, melon, tropical fruit, star fruit, honey, wonderfully balanced. a/a- (2538 views) | |
| Tasted by lvjohn on 1/23/2015 & rated 93 points: Wow! This is drinking really beautifully right now. Mouth filling and pure. Tastes of citrus, pineapple, and tropical fruit. Amazing wine. (2327 views) | |
| Tasted by Tim Heaton on 1/8/2015: Pretty straightforward stuff, and honestly, arthrovine's note pretty much says it all. Served s/b/s with a 2011 Quintarelli Bianco secco, this was the lesser wine. A SB without enough acidity is an easy pass these days. Served non-blind. (3350 views) | |
| Tasted by smorris291 on 1/4/2015 & rated 92 points: Just really great. Not too puckery and grassy, but still had the stone fruit and citrus I love without too much oak (like many CA SBs). (2422 views) | |
| Tasted by DanielJ on 1/2/2015 & rated 92 points: Very nice (2102 views) | |
| Tasted by markcic on 12/31/2014 & rated 93 points: Same as July, this wine is awesome. Buttery, guava, melon a minimal of citrus. (1981 views) | |
| Tasted by docvino on 12/26/2014 & rated 92 points: Consumed on Christmas Eve. Simply a terrific Sauvignon Blanc. Consistent with other notes. (2442 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 12/25/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 - approaching the end of my 2012's...this shows no sign of fading, should be good for a few more years at least. (1843 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 12/24/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 - 2nd bottle went just as fast... (1773 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 12/24/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 - my sister drinks this stuff like it was water. (1626 views) | |
| Tasted by hiker_guy on 12/11/2014: Lovely rich wine with everything I like in Sauvignon Blanc. The oak I noted a year ago is fully integrated an complementary rather than over bearing as some can be. The palate was rich and long. Complemented a roasted chicken perfectly. Will buy again. (2206 views) | |
| Tasted by cliffkol on 12/9/2014 & rated 92 points: Sonoma Valley - Tasted at winery: Tasted at the winery. Huge, room filling nose of floral aromas, stone fruits, grass. A bit of funk and barnyard flavors intertwine with concentrated citrus, stone fruits, apple and floral. Layered and complex. Astounding. (2570 views) | |
| Tasted by wjochim on 11/27/2014 & rated 92 points: One of my favorite SBs out there. Nice tropical fruit, well balanced and not too acidic. Excellent with a light meal, appetizers or just on its own. (2242 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 11/27/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 - enjoyed with Thanksgiving dinner (2065 views) | |
| Tasted by mike l. on 11/19/2014 & rated 92 points: At Dustin's. Excellent freshness. (1193 views) | |
| Tasted by Barry Notes on 11/9/2014 & rated 91 points: P/chilled, 10 min glass time. Clear, straw. Clean and proper SB nose. Very CA taste/style, med to big body, fruity, very clean, tart, long finish. No or only very slight oak w/touch of vanilla, pear and apples. On the front end of drinking window. Nothing off. D/J (1093 views) | |
| Tasted by Good Stuff on 11/3/2014 & rated 88 points: good white not great, did enjoy the label (2801 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 11/2/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2380 views) | |
| Tasted by eluebchow on 10/22/2014 & rated 92 points: A concentrated and layered palate of lychee, passion fruit and pear with a lingering finish underscored by minerality; Quite different from the more herbal/grassy SBs, with a fuller-body and more depth of flavor; Very nice (2734 views) | |
| Tasted by Bluffan on 10/20/2014 & rated 92 points: This is about the most complex wine I've ever drunk from this varietal. The reason: it contains 20% Sauvignon Musqué, "which adds floral aromatics and depth not present in other types of Sauvignon Blanc," according to the winery. (2438 views) | |
| Tasted by River Rat on 10/12/2014: This ranks as one if my top Sauvignon Blanc experiences. From nose to finish it delivers citrus, melon, fresh flowers, a grassy tang and racy acidity. Vibrant and alive. Tops the Mondavi I Block To Kalons we had earlier in the year. Easy re-purchase. (2862 views) | |
| Tasted by hoservin on 10/6/2014 & rated 91 points: Bouquet of tropical fruit, pear, lemon, lime, white flowers and cut grass. Melon, pear, lime and lemon custard on the palate lead to a soft, creamy, smooth finish. Good length with balanced acidity and minerality. Nice wine. Paired with sole and herb butter. (2467 views) | |
| Tasted by Good Stuff on 10/3/2014 & rated 88 points: For no reason I can recall I recall some hype on this vintner which left me slightly disappointed after drinking the wine. The wine is good but I was expecting more. Maybe it was the happy naked women on the label that inflated my expectations. Oh well, the wine was heavier than French SB as to be expected, clean with just a hint of acidity, more peach flavor, soft floral bouquet, Chardonnay like golden hue. Enjoy (2325 views) | |
| Tasted by Levinsb on 9/30/2014 & rated 94 points: Just beautiful balance of zesty fruit with juicy acidity and minerality. Love this stuff! (2330 views) | |
| Tasted by Aravind Asok on 9/27/2014: This seemed much more interesting than our previous bottle. Great citrus/lemon cake notes on the nose with a good serving of fruit. When this was too cold, it was a little closed, but after warming up just a bit, this displayed a lot of complexity: some minerality, great sour apple and high toned acidity on the palate. When it was out for a while and the temperature increased a more, it seemed really fruit forward (and significantly less complex), so perhaps we just served it too warm last time. (2151 views) | |
| Tasted by DanielJ on 9/26/2014 & rated 92 points: Love this SB (1994 views) | |
| Tasted by rosenst1 on 9/25/2014 & rated 92 points: PnP. Around cellar temperature. Light green-gold. Lovely nose of guava?, a little mint, more exotic than your typical SB. Bit racy on the palate with good acidity and some clear sweetness to the fruit. Consistently one of the most enjoyable SBs from California; lovely drink, if not at all profound. (2017 views) | |
| Tasted by smokeandmirrors on 9/20/2014 & rated 95 points: Name me another Sauv Blanc that has the complexity like this.....Exactly. (2230 views) | |
| Tasted by jfurey21 on 9/20/2014 & rated 92 points: Yummy "sav o b". Merry Edwards delivers! (2176 views) | |
| Tasted by dhammer53 on 9/14/2014 & rated 92 points: A real crowd pleaser. I've been drinking M.E. now for several vintages. Smells great. Tastes great. Brought this to a wedding (Elyse and Ali), so no notes. Glad I have another bottle. Sorry I don't have a case. (2170 views) | |
| Tasted by Redrunners on 9/13/2014 & rated 92 points: Still one of my favorite Sauvignon Blancs. Apple, pineapple and a little citrus flavors. Closer to a warm weather SB with nice complexity. Good acid balance makes for a very nice wine. (1992 views) | |
| Tasted by DanielJ on 9/12/2014 & rated 92 points: Great SB (1972 views) | |
| Tasted by Bob in NC on 9/10/2014 & rated 92 points: Inviting nose of lemon and crushed granite. Clean crisp flavors of lemon drop, a bit of grapefruit and crushed stone, all which ride on a long smooth and clean finish. (2109 views) | |
| Tasted by Bobc7had on 9/1/2014 & rated 88 points: somewhat disappointed. might need a little more time (2279 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 9/1/2014 & rated 91 points: this is just great - still as good as prior bottles (2135 views) | |
| Tasted by lvjohn on 8/29/2014 & rated 92 points: Consistently excellent S.B. from this winery. Beautiful clarity of color and flavors. Citrus, pineapple, and spicy notes with solid acidity. (2009 views) | |
| Tasted by Magnum Bill on 8/27/2014 & rated 92 points: Ever dependable, Merry delivers with another fine edition of SB. (2324 views) | |
| Tasted by mdmcgonigal on 8/25/2014 & rated 91 points: Light color, grass and citrus nose. Crisp flavors of flowers and honey, with a hint of orange at the finish. (2220 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 8/24/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 - my sister's favorite wine (2108 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 8/24/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (1978 views) | |
| Tasted by NEwino on 8/22/2014 & rated 92 points: Similar notes as bottle on 8/6 we just had to have another. (2463 views) | |
| Tasted by NEwino on 8/6/2014 & rated 91 points: This bottle is a Fav in our house. Lighter citrus qualities with cut grass and flower notes on the nose. Finishes with a clean smooth feel that makes you want to get more! Drink now to 2016 (2186 views) | |
| Tasted by hoservin on 8/3/2014 & rated 92 points: Well chilled. Aromas of nectarine, melon, pear, lemon custard, white flowers and cut grass. Melon, lemon, lime, star fruit and cut grass on the palate. Soft, dry finish with excellent persistence and acidic balance. A top notch SB. Paired with turkey burgers. (2195 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 8/3/2014 & rated 90 points: Consistent wine, bottle to bottle, year to year. (2249 views) | |
| Tasted by Danthejuiceman on 7/28/2014: White grapefruit, pith, lemon, vanilla, white peach, guava and mint. Full bodied yet light in the mouth with fine acidity. This is a wine where you actually do drink the label. Engaging and delicious. (2335 views) | |
| Tasted by markcic on 7/27/2014 & rated 93 points: Simply excellent - melon, guava, fresh cut grass and a minimum of citrus makes this one of the best SB I have ever tasted. (2167 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 7/27/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2105 views) | |
| Tasted by Rollerball on 7/26/2014 & rated 91 points: Summer 14 Roadtrip -- Cass House (Cass House Inn & Restaurant, Cayucos CA): Hard for the fruit to fully show through the oak but the gorgeous complexity does emerge. Not the '07 but still delicious. (2380 views) | |
| Tasted by Aravind Asok on 7/23/2014: Opened a few days ago, and tried each day since. This is a very fruit forward sauvignon blanc. Sour apples and floral notes on the nose. Full bodied on the start, this balances out with great acidity. The acidity was still pronounced three days after opening, so I wouldn't be surprised if this could be aged a bit. (2085 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 7/22/2014 & rated 91 points: still amazing. (2166 views) | |
| Tasted by Tetherton on 7/20/2014 & rated 93 points: Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc rolls "on and on" relative to it's quality. A superb wine! It was terrific tonight with grilled chicken and toasted rosemary. (1968 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 7/19/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (1920 views) | |
| Tasted by DRK III on 7/17/2014 & rated 92 points: This is a great S.B. if you like Chardonnay. Rich in the mouth, but still possesses that lively acidity you would expect in such a wine. Nice fruit with all part integrated. Opened up nicely after a couple of hours. Don't serve too cold. Would like to put this up against Honig's S.B which I also really like. (1958 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 7/11/2014 & rated 91 points: ditto prior notes - so delish! (2111 views) | |
| Tasted by mike l. on 6/22/2014 & rated 91 points: excellent at kali private dinner. so much fruit! (2417 views) | |
| Tasted by gmbdds on 6/20/2014 & rated 90 points: Fresh, tropical and just a bit grassy/herbal. Crisp but also rich for a SB. (2101 views) | |
| Tasted by lvjohn on 6/16/2014 & rated 93 points: Much better than the last bottle. Rich, pure, and cleanly crisp with sweet citrus flavors. (2284 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 6/10/2014 & rated 91 points: great summer wine. (2441 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 6/9/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2261 views) | |
| Tasted by Markie_Sharkie on 6/9/2014 & rated 93 points: Smooth with light melon. Absolutely consistently great! (1970 views) | |
| Tasted by Racer117 on 6/8/2014 & rated 91 points: From a half bottle at the Hotel del Coronado's patio restaurant. It was the only reasonably thing priced on the menu, $35/375ml. Was eying Conundrum White for $54/750ml but decided to... PASS! Nice nose that's lacking in the typical grapefruit elements I often detect in SB but there were some exotic floral notes and some cut grass; citrus dominated body with minerals and some potpourri(?). Year in and year out this is a wonderfully balanced wine. I am always curious how they get this label released as well. Oh the scandalous risqué pornography of it! http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB1022786567153542000 (1969 views) | |
| Tasted by BGK810 on 6/5/2014 & rated 91 points: Citrus, apples, nice minerality. Fuller body than most Sauvignon blanc. (1993 views) | |
| Tasted by lvjohn on 5/27/2014 & rated 91 points: Nice dry, crisp Sauv. Bl. with typical Merry Edwards structure, nose, and flavor profiles. (2173 views) | |
| Tasted by pakabear on 5/25/2014 & rated 91 points: Consistent to previous thoughts, a very nice SB, it's one of the wines that makes Merry Edwards great. (2130 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 5/25/2014 & rated 90 points: Consistent (1919 views) | |
| Tasted by ajfret01 on 5/21/2014: Nice and crisp, but we prefer the 2011 vintage. (2217 views) | |
| Tasted by VAD on 5/16/2014 & rated 92 points: Best Sav Blanc out there. (2164 views) | |
| Tasted by budh on 5/14/2014 & rated 91 points: A very lovely, refreshing SB, even if not very typical. This doesn't have the high acidity, grassy or gooseberry SB characteristics. But it is textured, almost full bodied, and has a finish that goes on and on. Pineapple and white peach dominate, with some stoney minerality, vanilla, yeast, and a hint of herbaceousness. Somewhat similar to Joseph Phelps SB, with the texture from sur lie aging and tropical fruit. (2125 views) | |
| Tasted by RockinCabs on 5/11/2014 & rated 91 points: Nose: Pineapple, White Peach and Meyer Lemons with a nutty note to the wine. Palate: Delivers a tropical fruit experience with some pineapple and almost a mango note. Very fresh with good acidity. Finish: Supple and rounded with oak. Acid is tame on the finish. Great wine year in and year out. (2402 views) | |
| Tasted by rosenst1 on 5/9/2014 & rated 92 points: PnP. Light yellow; intense nose of tropical fruits, gunflint, and sweet fruit. Unctuous on the palate but with enough acidity to prevent it from being flabby; has a goes down like water quality. This wine is always a hit and seems to have settled down over the last 6 months. A real crowd pleaser. Great QPR. (2147 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 5/4/2014 & rated 91 points: just delicious on a warm sunny evening with friends. a more rounded and full bodied SB that's not intensely grapefruity. (2182 views) | |
| Tasted by hoservin on 5/3/2014 & rated 91 points: Served slightly below cellar temperature (50-52F). Aromas of melon, tropical fruit, grapefruit, apricot, vanilla custard and coconut. Melon, apricot, grapefruit and lime dominate on the palate and lead to a long, soft finish. Velvety smooth mouth feel that is a touch light on the acidic balance but still quite refreshing and food friendly. An outstanding Cali SB. Paired well with marinated, grilled chicken. (1986 views) | |
| Tasted by wjochim on 5/1/2014 & rated 93 points: One of the best SB I've tasted. Outstanding! (2248 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 4/28/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with prior notes. (2196 views) | |
| Tasted by tantotinto on 4/27/2014 & rated 90 points: Not as interesting as usual. Perhaps just a bad food match but it is a little bland this evening. (2110 views) | |
| Tasted by Andrew H on 4/25/2014 & rated 91 points: Crisp with rich nose of pineapple and honeydew melon. Sweeter than typical SBs, yet very balanced and not cloying. (1997 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 4/20/2014 & rated 90 points: Consistent with previous notes. Pairs well with many foods. (1930 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 4/20/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2111 views) | |
| Tasted by Cuellar's Cellar on 4/14/2014 & rated 90 points: Great wine, but I do not like the price point. Very good characteristics (2524 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 4/13/2014 & rated 90 points: Such a sure thing--always consistent. (2005 views) | |
| Tasted by sirwine on 4/8/2014 & rated 94 points: This is the best California sauvignon blanc I have ever drank. Much better than the Rochioli sauvignon blanc. Has everything you want from a suavignon blanc but more refined and subtle. Not too grassy, nice taste of passion fruit and red grapefruit. LOVED IT! (2316 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 4/6/2014 & rated 91 points: Remarkably consistent wine. Pairs well with many foods. (2080 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 4/6/2014 & rated 91 points: delicious. stone fruit, nice viscosity, pretty finish. (2230 views) | |
| Tasted by mike l. on 4/5/2014 & rated 91 points: N incredibly vibrant pineapple tangelo coconut banana bread P not very crisp but the fruit is so fresh. long honeyed finish (2008 views) | |
| Tasted by Martin Redmond on 4/3/2014 & rated 92 points: Pale green tinged straw color with peach, grapefruit, guava and a hint of wet stone aromas. On the palate, its medium-bodied, well structured, and fresh with great texture. It exhibits peach, grapefruit, guava and a hint of honey flavors. Long finish. 13.7 alcohol. (2306 views) | |
| Tasted by PinotPaul on 4/1/2014 & rated 91 points: Great example of balance. Wonderful citrus without being overpowering. (2053 views) | |
| Tasted by JumpAroundOnGrapes on 3/30/2014 & rated 93 points: My favorite SB. (2156 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 3/23/2014 & rated 91 points: same as before - great wine. fruit, acidity, more viscous than other american SBs. just a great starter wine to a dinner. (2231 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 3/22/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2082 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 3/21/2014 & rated 93 points: Consistent with all prior notes, enjoyed this paired with a tropical fruit crab cake at Merry's tasting lunch at Wink in Austin, TX. (2026 views) | |
| Tasted by JayAAllen on 3/18/2014 & rated 92 points: Something just really appealing about this bottle. Great fruit, very long finish. Perfect with a chef's salad. (2118 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 3/18/2014 & rated 90 points: Always consistent and dependable. (2035 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 3/13/2014 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2047 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 3/12/2014 & rated 93 points: coming up after a head cold, this is consistent with prior notes. Really looking forward to meeting Merry Edwards at the Wine and Food Foundation of Texas Wine Auction on March 22. (2104 views) | |
| Tasted by Fusions33 on 3/9/2014 & rated 92 points: A great unique SB. Very nice vanilla, coconut, nutmeg, citrus, Meyer lemon. Even a little butter popcorn aroma with a creamy texture from the lees aging. This is not your typical Sauvignon Blanc and it is great and unique representation of one. (1773 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 3/9/2014 & rated 91 points: still my favorite american sauv blanc (2125 views) | |
| Tasted by TastesGoodToMe on 3/1/2014 & rated 90 points: Blind Tasting at the Lake - South Charlotte Wine Lovers (Bob and Anita's Place on Lake Wylie): Served Blind. I guessed Sauvignon Blanc with one sniff. This was all SB on the nose. I started to second guess myself a little as the color is a little darker than your typical SB. And this had a bigger, richer palate too - but without overdoing it on the grassy flavors you sometimes get from New Zealand SB's. Very nice. (3024 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 2/8/2014 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2450 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 1/12/2014 & rated 90 points: pretty wine. long long finish. more intense than a normal SB. last of my 5 bottles and still very enjoyable. will buy more of this next year! (2741 views) | |
| Tasted by arthrovine on 1/11/2014: Muted dusty pink grapefruit nose with slight grassy aromas. Palate is. Round somewhat viscous, mouth coating. Flavors restrained dilute green apples, pink grapefruit, lemon zest. Totally lacks acid. Finish is short. Meh.... (2471 views) | |
| Tasted by Benj on 12/31/2013 & rated 88 points: More basic than my previous experiences of previous vintages. Quite floral, not grassy, a reasonable amount of pink grapefruit as well as tropical fruit. Not enough acid. Good but not as great as it should be. $32. (2523 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 12/30/2013 & rated 93 points: Consistent with prior notes (2394 views) | |
| Tasted by R Hyde on 12/29/2013 & rated 93 points: Had with crab with B&G< R&M & Turners and it was fabulous 12/27/13 (2279 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 12/25/2013 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013...always a family favorite for the ww drinkers at xmas - of course, I have to sample every bottle for quality control. :) (2030 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 12/25/2013 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013...always a family favorite for the ww drinkers at xmas (1967 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 12/24/2013 & rated 90 points: very good but not as good as the first few bottles i had or my memory of it. this has a thicker and less acid approach relative to NZ sauv blancs - its also not one dimensional and too sweet like most CA SBs I have had - very good but this seemed more muted and flatter than prior bottles I have had (1994 views) | |
| Tasted by docvino on 12/24/2013 & rated 92 points: Popped and poured on Christmas eve. Merry Edwards delivers a consistent SB vintage over vintage. Inviting nose. Mostly citrus of which get hints of grapefruit and melon as well as a tiny bit of fresh lemon zest on the finish. (2006 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 11/29/2013 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2355 views) | |
| Tasted by George Lopez on 11/28/2013 & rated 95 points: I know that wine critics can't seem to score SB wines very high, but this SB is the best of its breed, and thus worthy of a high score. It's beautifully balanced with good acidity. This wine is tart, but finishes nice and long without a sour finish. Above all this wine is juicy--as if you bit down on a piece of fruit and the juice just exploded in your mouth. Great stuff. (2277 views) | |
| Tasted by Bob in NC on 11/27/2013 & rated 91 points: A gorgeous Sav. Blanc, beautiful straw grass color with great depth, acidity and a clean lingering palate. Our 3rd bottle of the 2012. This vintage expresses a much stronger citrus component then previous years. Big grapefruit and mango flavors up front, perfect acidity with a clean lingering citrus finish. Recall past vintages having greater minerality. Would love to see how these taste with a few years on them, but can't keep them in our cellar that long - guess we just need to buy more. (2210 views) | |
| Tasted by rosenst1 on 11/22/2013 & rated 91 points: Popped and poured. Aromatic nose; rich but with just enough balancing acidity and residual sugar. This has really come together since the last bottle I opened. Not a sophisticated wine but a great crowd pleaser. (2390 views) | |
| Tasted by JayAAllen on 11/19/2013 & rated 91 points: Not much of a tasting note, but this continues to be my favorite Sauvignon Blanc. Elegant, a little viscous and silky in the mouth. (2334 views) | |
| Tasted by tantotinto on 11/18/2013 & rated 90 points: I have been a fan of this wine since my first bottle in 2007. This is the first from the 2012 vintage. One of its strengths has been its consistency from year to year. My palate could be having an off night but this bottle seems to come up a little short. It just misses hitting its usual balance. Still good but less magic than usual. (2162 views) | |
| Tasted by ajfret01 on 11/18/2013: Solid as usual. (2151 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 11/7/2013 & rated 94 points: Drank this at nearly room temp and still found it delightful...consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2436 views) | |
| Tasted by Jbird73 on 10/28/2013 & rated 91 points: Same as before with note on food pairings as follows: Do not pair with grilled fish fajitas...the acid in the wine was not good when competing against the acidity in the grilled fish with salsa. Do pair with roasted brussel sprouts...wouldn't have guessed it but the acidity of the wine was complemented by the strong taste of a roasted brussel sprout with garlic...very good! (2408 views) | |
| Tasted by isaacjamesbaker on 10/26/2013 & rated 93 points: Merry Edwards Tasting (Santa Rosa, CA): I really dig Merry's Pinots, but, as usual, the Sauvignon Blanc takes the cake for me. Awesome aromatics: sweet guava, orange blossom, white pepper, all deep and complex. Bold and creamy on the palate, but some balanced acid as well. I love the guava, pineapple, white peach and lychee fruit. Notes of hazelnut, rosemary and white pepper add lots of complexity. For $33 at the winery, this is a no-brainer. Consistently my favorite American Sauvignon Blanc. (2725 views) | |
| Tasted by hiker_guy on 10/26/2013: nose is nicely complex. Shows toasty oak scents with good, crisp grassy/limey notes that point to Sauv Blanc palate has some rather strong oak notes right now but still shows good fruit underneath. needs time to integrate. would buy again. (2158 views) | |
| Tasted by Burgundy Al on 10/24/2013 & rated 88 points: Magnum (Mostly) White Dinner (GT Fish & Oyster - Chicago IL): Magnum. Very grassy aromas with good apple on nose and palate. Easy to enjoy, this should best be consumed young. (3007 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 10/20/2013 & rated 92 points: great stuff. bright fruit, balanced acidity. fuller in the mouth and a decent finish. unlike any sauv blanc from CA or New Zealand or France I have had. (2280 views) | |
| Tasted by GalvezGuy on 10/18/2013 & rated 90 points: CT Texas VI - Return to San Antonio; 10/18/2013-10/19/2013 (San Antonio): From magnum. Nice nose of fresh cut grass, citrus, white flowers, and a bit of lemongrass. On the palate full bodied and creamy more like chardonnay with citrus, chives, honeydew melon, and bits of spicy oak. Nice finish. I think that this would benefit from some more time to let the oak integrate. (2978 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 10/13/2013 & rated 92 points: great crowd pleasing sauv blanc. fuller body like a chard; more fruit than a new zealander; grapefruit notes are there but there is more fruit in the wine than acidity. glad I have 3 more bottles! (2207 views) | |
| Tasted by winelover1808 on 10/10/2013 & rated 92 points: wow. lives up the hype. really pretty. long finish. def not a new zealand sauv blanc. nor a typical american. long finish; acidity underlies the layers of fruit; more like a chardonnay as it has a fuller mouthful. everyone enjoyed this wine. (2258 views) | |
| Tasted by DanielJ on 10/10/2013 & rated 91 points: Beautiful wine. Very good flavor and balance. (2067 views) | |
| Tasted by wineduggery on 10/9/2013 & rated 89 points: I like the acid and fruit flavors, but the oak is just too much for me. (2047 views) | |
| Tasted by cartime on 10/7/2013 & rated 89 points: Tasted at the winery. Typically love this wine, but this vintage, it seemed overtly ripe and tropical without the acidity to balance. Will need to try again. (2300 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 10/6/2013 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2166 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 9/21/2013 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013. Rebecca C enjoyed as well (2415 views) | |
| Tasted by pakabear on 9/19/2013 & rated 91 points: Consistent Notes (2141 views) | |
| Tasted by EMichels on 9/18/2013 & rated 92 points: I liked this a lot; Generous nose; Big, rich sauvignon blanc yet clean; Delicious; Keeps you coming back for more (2200 views) | |
| Tasted by JOsgood on 9/17/2013 & rated 91 points: Attractive nose. Ripe on the palate but not over the top in anyway. More tropical than grassy. Very tasty. (2195 views) | |
| Tasted by DanielJ on 9/14/2013 & rated 92 points: Wonderful nose. Good flavor. A bit of melon honey and zest. A touch of funk that makes it interesting. Great balance. This is what an SB should be (2052 views) | |
| Tasted by Jbird73 on 9/7/2013 & rated 91 points: Straw in color. Fragrant nose full of peach and apricot and some tropical fruit. A little grass but not too much. Crisp and refreshing and a definite presence to this pretty SB. (2093 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 8/31/2013 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2107 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 8/29/2013 & rated 90 points: This is our new go-to white wine. Always enjoyed by everyone. (2116 views) | |
| Tasted by JOsgood on 8/25/2013: Great as always. Not your typical SB but mighty tasty and fun to drink. (2230 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 8/22/2013 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2040 views) | |
| Tasted by stevenjstein on 8/19/2013 & rated 91 points: Similar to previous bottle (1973 views) | |
| Tasted by stevenjstein on 8/16/2013 & rated 91 points: Similar to previous vintages. Kind of a Sauv Blanc for people who aren't normally Sauv Blanc fans, myself included. Has some of the typical Sauv Blanc grassy, grapefruit, flavors, but balanced with other tropical fruit and apple/pear notes. Also has a fairly rich texture. (1967 views) | |
| Tasted by dbkitc on 8/11/2013 & rated 92 points: consistently excellent. (2115 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 8/10/2013 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (1959 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 8/7/2013 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2073 views) | |
| Tasted by mhenry on 8/5/2013 & rated 91 points: Everyone is always pleasantly surprised the first time they drink Merry's Sauv Blanc. Probably wouldn't know what it was. This is becoming our go-to white wine. (1954 views) | |
| Tasted by joraesque on 8/5/2013 & rated 92 points: Out of a half bottle: The nose began opening after about 20 minutes. Distinctive flavors of ripe keylime. Finishes nicely with very slight tartness. The Sauvignon Musque in the blend is quite noticeable, and adds a nice degree of elegance. One of the best California Sauvignon Blancs I have ever tasted. It helped that it comes from a cooler climate, and is therefore not over the top. Very well done throughout. Probably drink by 2014. (1967 views) | |
| Tasted by RockinCabs on 8/1/2013 & rated 90 points: Nice tropical sauvignon blanc from ME that has a roundness and balance not found in any other SB on the market. Really nice as usual. For me I need to be in the mood for this as the richness sometimes catches me off guard. (2132 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 7/30/2013 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2050 views) | |
| Tasted by stevenjstein on 7/28/2013: Didn't really try it enough for a detailed tasting note or rating, but do recall it was pretty much a typical Merry Edwards Sauv Blanc. In other words, tasty and well balanced, but with distinct varietal notes. Neither an overly acidic NZ style grapefruit bomb nor the flabby, characterless, overoaked style of many Cal Sauv Blancs. (1892 views) | |
| Tasted by Tom Warden on 7/27/2013 & rated 92 points: Year after year after year after year....Merry Edwards kills it with this wine. To me, pretty much the perfect American Sauvignon Blanc. (1868 views) | |
| Tasted by Diane (LI) on 7/15/2013: It starts with grapefruit and citrus flavors which then turn to pear. Bright acidity and delicious. (2224 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 7/13/2013 & rated 94 points: consistent with notes of 6/14/2013 (2012 views) | |
| Tasted by BigBoy_Sonoma on 7/7/2013 & rated 92 points: Crisp acidity, green apple, lime, tropical fruits. (1699 views) | |
| Tasted by La Cave d'Argent on 7/4/2013 & rated 93 points: Merry Edwards has consistently demonstrated a deft hand in creating wines from this varietal. The 2012 offering is no exception. Straw-colored and intensely fragrant, it exudes pear, fig, melon and hay aromas. Fresh, medium-bodied and equally impressive on the palate, the wine flaunts flavors which mirror the nose, framed by light oak and well-integrated alcohol. The middle palate is solid and leads to a lengthy, crisp finish. Bravo for another beautiful example of what this grape can achieve! Enjoy it with or without food over the next three years. Drink now-2016. (2163 views) | |
| Tasted by Annie1 on 6/24/2013 & rated 91 points: Never tho't I'd taste peaches in a sauvignon blanc...but there it was...along with grapefruit and some flowery something or other. Delicious. (2348 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 6/14/2013 & rated 94 points: This fine seemed particularly on point last night, vibrant and throwing off huge notes of pineapple and grapefruit. Well balanced and fun, with none of the grassy aromas that seem to be everywhere in SB's today. (2051 views) | |
| Tasted by Scott Butler on 6/13/2013: My first 2012 ME SB, and it seems to be another winner. Creamy, citrus/tropical fruits - it does need 15 or so minutes of air to come together, but then it drinks great. (1907 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 6/2/2013 & rated 93 points: consistent with notes of 5/25/2013 (2063 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 5/25/2013 & rated 93 points: Intense pineapple/citrus profile, with a creamy mouthfeel somehow balanced with acidity. Out favorite SB. (1961 views) | |
| Tasted by pakabear on 5/20/2013 & rated 92 points: Great texture, american nose which is not a bad thing, very nice extraction without being over the top, if it was more complex this would be mid-90's easy. (2110 views) | |
| Tasted by danielbleier on 5/19/2013 & rated 93 points: Had a sample of the bottle opened for Maria...Very bright fruit - pineapple, grapefruit, and a touch of peach. More moderate acidity than last year, which I take as a plus. (2022 views) | |
| Tasted by ajfret01 on 5/18/2013 & rated 92 points: Rich and smooth (2003 views) | |
| Tasted by tim m on 5/6/2013 & rated 88 points: This was out of character for this wine. There's no acidity here, which has not been the case the last four or five vintages. Not up to the standard this winery has set. (2023 views) | |
| Tasted by dbkitc on 5/6/2013 & rated 92 points: Light straw with a touch of green. Not as overtly citrusy as past vintages. This is creamier and a bit fuller on the nose. Palate is rich and balanced. Good precision yet not at all sharp as there is a sweet lychee fruitiness that really balances everything out. I like this even better than I normally do which is high praise. (92) (2032 views) | |
| Tasted by fine137 on 5/3/2013 & rated 90 points: Very fruity, little bit of grass, but not too sweet. (1934 views) |
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Merry EdwardsProducer website2012 Merry Edwards Sauvignon BlancWinemaker's CommentaryThe bountiful vintage of 2012 took all of us here in Sonoma County by surprise -- we really didn’t believe the crop would be as large as it looked hanging on the vine! Intellectually, I understand that Sauvignon Blanc, as a varietal, can produce large crops of high-quality fruit. A harvest like this just hasn’t happened for a very long time here in our cool valley. Even more unbelievable is the resulting superb quality. The rich core of this flavorful wine is fruit sourced from vines 25-35 years old. That 54% is complemented by 20% Sauvignon Musqué, which adds floral aromatics and depth not present in other types of Sauvignon Blanc. The remainder is the classic Shenandoah selection, or Clone 1, prevalent throughout California. Merry Edwards Sauvignon BlancVineyard Sources:Crinella: Planted in 1997 Santa Rosa Plain Sauvignon Musque clone Dutton-Cohen: Planted in 1980 Green Valley Dutton-Jewell: Planted in 2005 Green Valley Sauvignon Musque clone Martinelli Home Ranch: Planted in 1979 Santa Rosa Plain Meredith Estate: Planted in 2004 Sebastopol Hills Sauvignon Musque clone Shone Farm: Owned by Santa Rosa Junior College Planted in 1985 Santa Rosa Plain Sauvignon BlancVarietal CharacterUSAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.California2021 vintage: "Unlike almost all other areas of the state, the Russian River Valley had higher than normal crops in 2021, which has made for a wine of greater generosity and fruit forwardness than some of its stablemates." - Morgan Twain-PetersonSonoma CountyMendocino CountyRussian River ValleyRussian River Valley Winegrowers Association | Wikipedia |