Medlock Ames Sauvignon blanc 2006
Region: Alexander Valley
Winery: Medlock Ames
Variety: Sauvignon Blanc

2006 marks our first, very small harvest from our young block of Sauvignon blanc. This variety, more than our others, is very heavily influenced by growing conditions. I was initially concerned that these small vines wouldn't have enough leaves to shade the fruit from the hot summer sun. But as the fruit ripened, I was very happy to taste the exact flavors I was hoping for. To add greater dimension to the flavors of grapefruit, peach, and apricot, we fermented 2/3 of our Sauvignon blanc in neutral oak barrels. This practice contributed a fuller, rounder, creamier texture that complements the bright acidity and fruit without adding any oaky character. I couldn't be happier with this wine. It is exactly what we were striving for!

Posted by thewinery on February 26th, 2008 at 2:26pm | report comment