This opens on the nose with that bright, effervescent nose of white peaches, pears, a little honeydew melon. On the palate, there is a little spritz - by design - to deliver the exceptional acid and flavors. In the mouth, the delightfully crisp acid marries with the white peaches, pears, honeydew, and a little ruby red grapefruit. This wine is so bright, bouncy, and vibrant it craves music -- honestly, grab some classic being music and put your groove on with abandon and let loose!
Winemaker’s Comments:
The ‘Good Earth’ tier celebrates specific vineyards showcasing a distinct style of a particular varietal unique to that vineyard site. George Shank’s vineyard in Wooden Valley (Napa) has something in the soil that expresses such a beautiful assembly of flavors and textures it is hard describe. It could be the Entav clone in conjunction with the site – but the resulting white peach nectar, pear juice and red grapefruit is hard to reproduce.
George Shanks Vineyard is a jewel. It is one of the best expressions of the Sauvignon Blanc grape available in Napa. Period.
Wine Description:
The Humanitas 2014 ‘George’s Vineyard’ Sauvignon Blanc opens on the nose with that bright, effervescent nose of white peaches, pears, a little honeydew melon. On the palate, there is a little spritz…by design…to deliver the exceptional acid and flavors. And in the mouth, that delightfully crisp acid marries with the white peaches, pears, honeydew…and a little ruby red grapefruit to deliver an unparalleled Sauvignon Blanc experience. Holy Moly this is a good wine…time for a second glass!
As the wine settles on the palate, an almost creamy texture complements the crisp acidity and bright fruit. It craves fresh oysters (oh wait, that’s me!) or a simple sole sautéed in light olive oil (ok…make it butter!) or some prosciutto wrapped melon. But a beautiful local Chevre on a tangy sourdough might just be divine. One way to find out! And this bright and bouncy vibrant wine just craves music – honestly, grab some classic swing music and put your groove on with abandon and let loose!
Alcohol: 14.9%
Appellation: ‘George’s Vineyard’ Designation
Blend: 100% George’s Vineyard
Clones: Entav & Clone 1
Wood: None
