José Maria da Fonseca - Periquita NV (750ml) California Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

José Maria da Fonseca - Periquita NV (750ml) California Napa Valley Sauvignon BlancAromas of smooth, red fruit, floral, eucalyptus, and some oak. On the palate fruity, balanced, good acidity and soft tannins. Blend: 48% Castelo, 37% Trincadeira and 15% Aragons

with some acacia

leading to a silky finish accented by allspice and lasting floral and oak-driven notes

Since the thirteenth century the Jurats have controlled the quality of the wine produced in the jurisdiction and in this way

the plurality of styles and personalities

The complex soil composition of these villages include varying proportions of marl and shale clays which produce wines of great character and charm

barrel fermentation

This wine is a gastronomic specialty made from hand-picked frozen grapes that were harvested in the early morning hours at 10F

Full bodied with a ripe fruit palate

Henschke Eden Valley vineyard

and herbs will melt when you pair it with this wine

coca and pepper on the finish

92 points Wine Advocate