Hourglass Estate Sauvignon Blanc 2023
(Napa Valley, California) - [VM 90]

Notes from the Winemaker:
Equally textural and refreshing, the 2023 Sauvignon Blanc presents cascading fruit aromas of nectarine, apricot, mango and guava, which are complemented by bright Meyer lemon, lime zest, and orange blossom. On the palate, crisp Granny Smith apple, zippy lemon balm, and honeyed nectarine intertwine with hints of brioche and wet stone minerality, providing nuanced layers of flavor. With 3% Semillon adding further depth, and a combination of steel and oak barrel aging contribute to unparalleled texture and dimension. Frequent lees stirring adds mid-palate richness to offset the vibrant natural acidity, resulting in a well-balanced and harmonious finish.

90 Points - Vinous:
The 2023 Sauvignon Blanc is bright and crystalline. Lemon peel, crushed rocks, mint, sage and slate are all finely delineated in this nervy, taut white. There's a bit less new oak in the 2023, which further amplifies that tension.

92 Points - Jeb Dunnuck (2022 v.)
The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is a great example of the variety (although there's 13% Semillon) and has a bright, racy style as well as textbook lemon and lime fruit, some minty herb nuances, medium-bodied richness, and good overall concentration. It's going to be incredibly versatile on the dinner table.

92 Points - The Wine Independent (2022 v.)
The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc, with 13% Semillon in the blend, comes 80% from Napa and 20% from Sonoma and was bottled in March. It leaps from the glass with bold notes of juicy pears, lemon curd, and green apples followed by wafts of elderflower and dill seed. The full-bodied palate is filled with bright pear and citrus-inspired flavors with a lively backbone and compelling oiliness to the texture, finishing long and zesty.