Retail $20. Under screwcap. There is not a ton of Sauvignon Blanc in Russian River Valley, but the Foppiano Family has been farming there since 1896 and they have been dedicated to producing the variety even when Pinot Noir and Chardonnay can garner much more of a return in the Russian River. Yellow straw in the glass with a green tinge, bright citrus and tropical fruit with minerality on the nose. Bright and tart on the palate as well--all that a Sauv Blanc should be without being overly grassy or loaded with cat pee (yeah, that's an aroma often found in SB).
Meyer lemon, papaya spear, aniseed and mineral. An almost saline, yet long finish with more tropical notes. Focused and linear. Quite enjoyable today, with layers, and a free spirit. Drink now - 2025.
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1/20/2021 - The Drunken Cyclist Likes this wine: 89 Points
Retail $20. Under screwcap. There is not a ton of Sauvignon Blanc in Russian River Valley, but the Foppiano Family has been farming there since 1896 and they have been dedicated to producing the variety even when Pinot Noir and Chardonnay can garner much more of a return in the Russian River. Yellow straw in the glass with a green tinge, bright citrus and tropical fruit with minerality on the nose. Bright and tart on the palate as well--all that a Sauv Blanc should be without being overly grassy or loaded with cat pee (yeah, that's an aroma often found in SB).
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8/25/2020 - Matt Scott Likes this wine: 90 Points
Meyer lemon, papaya spear, aniseed and mineral. An almost saline, yet long finish with more tropical notes. Focused and linear. Quite enjoyable today, with layers, and a free spirit. Drink now - 2025.
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