Nose
The nose is an aromatic bouquet of white flowers that include orange blossom, freesia and honey-suckle and is complemented with elements of vibrant citrus.
Palate
This inaugural vintage of Fortress Sauvignon Blanc is a gorgeous expression of the season in the North Coast. Flavors of bright stone fruit, lime leaf and mandarin are evident on the palate. The mouthfeel is bright, minerally and refreshing
Growing Conditions
The 2016 growing season was a dream come true for winemakers. The spring had lovely weather during flowering that was complemented by smooth summertime conditions. Warm days created bright tropical, stone fruit and citrus elements in the Sauvignon Blanc clusters and cool nighttime conditions preserved the refreshing acidity. Harvest was steady and straightforward, allowing us to craft wines just the way we like in the winery. We hope you enjoy wines from this season as much as we winemakers do!
Aging
33% barrel fermented and aged in neutral French oak. The balance was stainless steel fermented and aged for 8 months.
