Santa Ynez Valley Sauvignon Blanc

STORM · Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara County, CA, USA
Citrus, lychee and gooseberry notes on the nose. Crisp green apple, pink grapefruit and juicy white peach linger on the vibrant palate. A southern hemisphere approach to making the wine results in a blend of old world and new world; fresh but textured at the same time.

Farming
Sustainable, no herbicides

Harvest Method
Hand harvested

Varietal
100% Sauvignon Blanc

Age of Vineyard
Kingsley- 1976, Curtis- late 1990s, McGinley- late 1990s

Vessel
100% Stainless steel

Vineyard Yield
3-4 tons per acre

Soil Type
Gravely loam/sandy loam

Annual Production
1800 bottles

Vinification
Efforts are made to limit exposure to oxygen and protect the thiols. Cool fermentation temperatures also protect and encourage thiol release. 5 months lees contact, all aging in stainless steel.