WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
Bright pale yellow gold with a bright shiny diamond. Explosion of crushed rocks, lemon drop, tangerine, melon, peach and honeydew. Fresh but round entrance evolving on a crisp mid-palate with touches of grapefruit and passion fruit, lingering on a mineral finish.
TASTING NOTES:
There’s a strong core of fruit, with aromas of citrus blossoms, struck match, freshly cut pineapple and orchard fruit. The palate is textural, with a phenolic grip and bright acidity. A well-constructed, pithy sauvignon blanc with 25% skin-contact fermentation.
- James Suckling, 93 pts.
A touch of skin contact (a portion is kept in the press for up 12 hours) helps accentuate the nose of AXR's 2024 Sauvignon Blanc. A portion is barrel-fermented (60%, with one-fourth new French oak), while the balance is made in stainless steel, resulting in scents of struck flint, plus pear and citrus aromas. It's medium- to full-bodied, rounded and ripe, then lemony flavors emerge on the lingering finish.
- Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 91 pts.
Distinctive and stylish, with plenty to admire about the fleshy, juicy mix of lemon curd, candied orange peel, mango and grilled peach flavors. A drizzle of wildflower honey, vetiver, apple blossoms and vibrant acidity leave a lasting impression on the finish.
- Wine Spectator, 92 pts.
Based on 98% Sauvignon Blanc and 2% Semillon from the Longwood and Ryans vineyards and aged nine months in 25% new French oak, the 2024 Sauvignon Blanc offers ripe, pithy lemon, melon ball, sappy flower, and mineral notes. It's bright and juicy on the palate, with medium-bodied richness and impeccable balance.
- Jeb Dunnuck, 91 pts.
