Reviews & Ratings

2008 Clayhouse Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

Winery: Clayhouse Vineyard

Vintage: 2008

Wine Name/Vineyard:

Wine Category: Sauvignon Blanc

Grape blend: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Paso Robles

State or country: CA

Price: $14

Cases produced: 2,199

KWG Score: 86.5 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (88)

Review date: October 27, 2009

Wine Review: This light yellow colored Sauvignon Blanc opens with a light lime like bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, zesty, crisp, and fruit forward. The flavor profile is a mineral infused lime with a touch of grapefruit. This Sauvignon Blanc will appeal to both fans of wines from the Loire Valley and New Zealand. It displays the distinct qualities from both those regions. The finish is dry and very refreshing. This crowd pleaser will pair well with linguine in a white clam sauce. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: Made in a refreshing aperitif style, Clayhouse Sauvignon Blanc exhibits a bouquet of starfruit, green pear, honeydew melon and pineapple, with a hint of grass. There’s a touch of minerality that enhances the slightly floral notes contributed by the Musque clone, and it finishes with a creamy mouthfeel (from sur lie fermentation) and mouthwatering acidity.

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