2008 Grgich Hills Napa Valley Fumé Blanc

One 750ml bottle

Grgich Hills' winemakers fermented 80% of the grapes in previously used small French oak barrels with the rest in 900-gallon French oak casks, called foudres, using only naturally-occurring yeasts. They then aged the white wine six months on its lees (the spent yeast) in neutral barrels. These techniques add body to the wine while showcasing the wonderful fruit, not masking it behind new oak. 
 
All of Grgich Hills' vineyards are certified organic and Biodynamic®. This holistic farming practice uses the earth’s natural cycles and organic preparations to grow balanced, healthy vines without artificial fertilizers, pesticides, or fungicides. Grgich Hills' Sauvignon Blanc grapes come from our American Canyon and Carneros vineyards in the southern tip of Napa Valley, near San Pablo Bay, which spills into San Francisco Bay. The coolness restrains vigor and allows the grapes to develop a crisp liveliness that is impossible to achieve in warmer areas. About 80% of Grgich Hills Sauvignon Blanc is planted to the Musqué clone, which provides elegant floral aromatics. 

Tropical fruit, lemon grass; long finish