Stonestreet Aurora Point Sauvignon Blanc 2019
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Robert
Parker - Vinous
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The Aurora Point Sauvignon Blanc radiates exotic fruit and power, representing the capability of high elevation Sauvignon Blanc. The 2019 Aurora Point exudes aromas from the glass of underripe white peach, basil and green apple. A palate full of zesty acidity melds with a luxurious mouthfeel merged by flavors of mandarin, lemon tart and lemongrass.
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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2019 Sauvignon Blanc Aurora Point is a gorgeous, distinctive wine that marries varietal character with mountain structure. The 2019 shows how magical this site is. Intensely floral, savory Sauvignon aromatics lend into a layered core of fruit in a Sauvignon that screams with character. This is far from an easygoing white. I loved it.
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The 2019 Sauvignon Blanc Aurora Point is a gorgeous, distinctive wine that marries varietal character with mountain structure. The 2019 shows how magical this site is. Intensely floral, savory Sauvignon aromatics lend into a layered core of fruit in a Sauvignon that screams with character. This is far from an easygoing white. I loved it.
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In the autumn of 1989, Jess Jackson acquired the Zellerbach winery and renamed it in honor of his late father, Jess Stonestreet Jackson. Stonestreet quickly garnered international acclaim for their powerful reds and luscious whites.
Today, Stonestreet wines are undergoing a transformation, using fruit from Alexander Mountain Estate and new winemaking techniques. Alexander Mountain Estate, with lean, well-draining soils and cooler temperature, produces fruit with smaller berries and more intense color and flavor. Stonestreet is dedicated to fulfilling the promise of Alexander Valley's exceptional and distinctive vineyards. Traditional, Old World methods of hand harvesting, small barrel lot production, native yeast fermentation and bottling each wine unfiltered brings out the best in specific grape varieties and provides the quality framework for each Stonestreet wine.
Capable of a vast array of styles, Sauvignon Blanc is a crisp, refreshing variety that equally reflects both terroir and varietal character. Though it can vary depending on where it is grown, a couple of commonalities always exist—namely, zesty acidity and intense aromatics. This variety is of French provenance. Somm Secret—Along with Cabernet Franc, Sauvignon Blanc is a proud parent of Cabernet Sauvignon. That green bell pepper aroma that all three varieties share is no coincidence—it comes from a high concentration of pyrazines (herbaceous aromatic compounds) inherent to each member of the family.
Nearly a northern extension of Napa Valley, Alexander Valley starts just north of the small, Knights Valley, and is just a few minutes drive from the Napa town of Calistoga. It is Sonoma County’s hottest AVA. But the Russian River, which runs through the valley, creates cooler pockets and its soft, alluvial soil is ideal for grape growing, especially Cabernet Sauvignon. In fact, some believe that Alexander Valley Cabernets truly rival the best from Napa Valley and many of the heavy-hitter producers have largely invested here.
In addition to Cabernet Sauvignon, which makes up over 50% of plantings, Merlot and old vine Zinfandel thrive here. Ample, fleshy Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc dominate white wine production. Some old-vine plantings of Grenache have also been discovered and more recent experiments with Sangiovese and Barbera show great promise.