Davis Bynum Virginia's Block Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley 2024

The Data

Country USA

Appellation Russian River Valley

Varietal Sauvignon Blanc

Retail Price $30

ABV 14.5%

Score 4 Stars/91 points

In the Glass

Appearance

Brilliant, light pale straw color.

Aromatics

The aromatics are intense, offering scents of grapefruit, grass, and citrus zest with supporting notes of fresh herbs, lemongrass, slate, and jasmine.

Flavor

The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of green melon, guava, kiwi, lime, and mineral. The finish is long and lingering.

Intensity & Texture

Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture.

Cool Factor

At BevX, we love Sauvignon Blanc with its many faces. The Virginia's Block Sauvignon Blanc is a wine of the vineyard made with a deft touch that celebrates the fruits’ true nature.

Value Grade

This wine is born from an exclusive five-acre vineyard in one of California’s premier appellations, and it delivers quality and style — we find it to be a bargain.

Analysis

Sauvignon Blanc is one of our favorite varietals as it says so much about the place where it is grown and the people who coax it into wine. Regardless of these factors, this great varietal is almost always aromatic and, when done properly, sprightly and refreshing. The grapes for the Davis Bynum Virginia's Block Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley 2024 hail from their five-acre plot in the heart of the Russian River Valley, named for Davis’ wife, Virginia. The gravely soils and abundant afternoon sun conspire to create fruits that are rich while incredibly balanced, featuring vibrant acidity. The grapes were picked on October 9, about a month later than usual due to late bud-break and cooler than typical temperatures. Post fermentation in stainless steel, the wine is briefly aged in a unique oak regimen of 42% seasoned French oak, 29% new Acacia barrels, and 29% seasoned Acacia. The resulting wine is supple while vibrant with complex flavors.

How to Enjoy

Serve chilled but not too cold, as this will mute the subtle aromatics and flavors found in this wine. Serve with salty cheese, shellfish, or tuna tartare.