Decoy (Duckhorn) California Sauvignon Blanc 2023 (California) - [WE 93]

Decoy
(Duckhorn) California Sauvignon Blanc 2023
(California) - [WE 93]


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Notes from the Winemaker:
Duckhorn Vineyards has been crafting Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc since 1982. Expanding on this winemaking tradition, Decoy California Sauvignon Blanc allows our winemaking team the opportunity to explore a different expression of this great grape from other recognized California appellations.

Tasting Notes:

This bright and lively Sauvignon Blanc draws you in with tantalizing aromas of gooseberry, passionfruit, sweet lime and hints of mango. On the palate it is refreshing and well-rounded with lovely minerality supporting the citrus and tropical fruit flavors as they glide to a long, crisp finish.

Varietal Composition: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

Production
The 2023 California growing season began with plentiful winter rains that revitalized the soils after several years of drought. Cool spring temperatures led to later ripening trends, running anywhere from two weeks to a month behind average. Decoy’s harvest kicked off on the North Coast with Sauvignon Blanc on September 7th, and we shifted into high gear towards late September when the weather warmed, bringing short heat waves that were followed by cooling trends. The October heat was a gift, pushing the grapes to optimum ripeness and phenological maturity.

Aged six months in 100% stainless steel
13.9% ABV

Ratings & Reviews

93 Points, Best Buy - Wine Enthusiast:

"This wine is fresh, with aromas of citrus, white nectarine, yellow apple and orange-blossom water on the nose. The flavors on the palate are tangerine and Golden Delicious apple, sliding into white peach, white grapefruit zest and white pepper, with a mouthwatering, dry finish. Pair with fried calamari." - Tonya Pitts (November 2024)