TASTING NOTES
This Sauvignon Blanc from our Horse Heaven Vineyard delivers aromas of ripe pear and notes of citrus fruit. The wine was fermented in a combination of oak and stainless steel tanks. Stainless steel fermentation preserved the Sauvignon Blanc’s vibrant character and refreshing, crisp quality.

• Cool temperatures during spring delayed bud break and bloom by three to four weeks.
• Consistently warm summer temperatures lengthened the ripening period resulting in harvest starting three weeks later than normal.
• Without the growing season’s typical temperature spikes that surpass 100° F, grapes ripened very evenly with the required sugar levels and ideal physiological maturity.

• Horse Heaven Vineyard is located in the Horse Heaven Hills AVA and adjacent to the Columbia River in Paterson, Washington.
• Planted in the 1970s, this is a moderately warm site, tempered by the Columbia River.
• This vineyard is characterized by gentle south facing slopes, sandy loam soil and a long growing season.
• Horse Heaven Vineyard produces fruit of consistent quality and intense varietal character vintage after vintage.

• Yeasts specifically designated for Sauvignon Blanc were used to initiate the three-week fermentation and release varietal aromas.
• 60% stainless steel fermented.
• 40% barrel fermented in neutral oak.
• Sur lie aged for one month for enhanced complexity and structure.
• Semillon was blended into the wine to add an extra layer of complexity to the palate.

• Alcohol: 13.0%
• Total Acidity: 0.70g /100ml
• pH:  3.05
• Blend: 94% Horse Heaven Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc, 6% Horse Heaven Vineyard Semillon