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2016 Decoy Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc
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Duckhorn Vineyards has been crafting Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc since 1982. Expanding on this winemaking tradition, Decoy Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc allows our winemaking team the opportunity to explore a different expression of this great grape from another recognized California appellation.
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Wine Profile
Production Notes
Varietal Content: 100% Sauvignon Blanc; Winemaking: 100% Stainless Steel
Winemaker Notes
This enticing wine offers vivid flavors of grapefruit and apricot, as well as lovely notes of honeydew and lemongrass. On the palate, refreshing acidity mingles with a subtle sweetness that carries through to a fresh, lively finish.
Production
The 2016 growing season began with generous winter rains, followed by a spring and summer marked by moderate temperatures and abundant sunshine. Like several recent vintages, the 2016 harvest came early, delivering exquisite quality grapes. After the modest size crop of 2015, 2016 saw a welcome return to average yields. Overall, the 2016 whites show an ideal combination of lovely richness and excellent natural acidity, while the reds are lush and complex, with beautiful color and concentration.
Other Notes
Released: March 2017
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2016
Varietal
Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation
Sonoma County
Harvest Date
August 20 - September 9, 2016
Sugar
23.0° Brix
Acid
0.60 g/100 ml titratable acidity
pH
3.25
Fermentation
21 days fermentation at 54°F
Alcohol %
13.5
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kevin
(Feb 9, 2018 at 9:25 PM)
beautiful bright acidity, excellent with seaweed salad and tuna sushi, a wine worth at least twice the $16 I paid for it at our local supermarket earlier this evening--excellent value