Reviews & Ratings

2010 Franciscan Sauvignon Blanc "Napa Valley"

Winery: Franciscan

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Napa Valley"

Wine Category: Sauvignon Blanc

Grape blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Napa Valley

State or country: CA

Price: $17

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 88 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: November 20, 2011

Wine Review: This pale yellow colored Sauvignon Blanc from Napa, reminds me of offerings typically from New Zealand. It opens with a very fragrant grapefruit bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, acidic, lively, and tangy. The flavor profile is a ripe and tart yellow grapefruit with notes of lemon and mild minerality. The finish is dry and it lingers slightly. This Sauvignon Blanc would pair well with steamed mussels. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Appearance: Pale straw Aromas: Bright and inviting, with intense lime, grapefruit, and pear fruit aromas, enticing mineral notes, and hints of star jasmine and vanilla. Perfumed and appealing. Flavors: Clean, crisp, and refreshing, with complex layers of Meyer lemon, lime zest, and honeydew. Lively on the palate, the bright fruit is rounded by a generous body and mouthfeel. Bright citrus and mineral notes linger on the long, smooth finish.

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