Wine Description & Statistics
	Click image to enlarge				Santa Ynez Valley 2008 Sauvignon Blanc Prior to harvest, winemaker Bruce McGuire is on the road scouting out and securing great lots of Sauvignon Blanc from the eastern side of the Santa Ynez Valley. Taking advantage of a more traditional climate for this grape than our cool climate Lafond Vineyard, Bruce is also mindful of the importance of carrying on the style he developed over the years from the Musque clone of Sauvignon Blanc previously grown at our vineyard. McGinley and Grassini Vineyards are located in Santa Barbara's newest appellation, Happy Canyon of Santa Barbara, a warmer area known for producing exceptional Bordeaux varietals. The 2008 vintage also contains 8% Riesling from Fess Parker's Camp 4 Vineyard, which adds a tropical fruit accent. Roughly 40% of the fruit comes from vines in excess of 36 years old, lending depth and concentration. Bruce barrel fermented 20% of the juice in puncheons to give texture to the lean character of this wine without compromising the racy acids naturally found in Sauvignon Blanc. Our Sauvignon Blanc is a perfect wine to pair with light or spicy foods found in Pacific Rim cuisine, a favorite with the Thai cuisine we find at Zen Yai restaurant located near the winery on State Street. This wine is also a great match for many seafood preparations and salads. Suggested retail: 15.00 pdf file format
	HARVEST Dates: Sept. 7 to Oct. 4, 2008 From 5 different vineyards Sugar: 23.2-24.9 Brix 92% Sauvignon Blanc 8% Riesling WINE 20% barrel fermented Remainder in Stainless Steel 45% Malolactic fermentation Total Acid: .67 pH: 3.36 Alcohol: 13.7% Bottled: April 1-2, 2009 Production: 2,152 cases