LiQuery - Ch�teau St. Jean Fum� Blanc 2015

CH�TEAU ST. JEAN FUM� BLANC 2015

Item:	537639
Size:	750 mL (25.4 oz)
Type:	2015 VINTAGES
Release Date:	2017-09-02
Producer:	Treasury Wine Estates
Location:	USA - California
Price:	$25.95 Price History
Style:	White Wine Aromatic & Flavourful
Alcohol:	13.6%
Varietal:	Sauvignon Blanc
Sugar Code:	XD (3.0 g/L)
Rating:	90
Cellar:	2016
Glass Style:	Riesling Grand Cru

Description
Ch�teau St. Jean was founded in 1973 and has played a vital role in the evolution of Sonoma as a premium wine region. 'Fum� Blanc' echoes the Loire Valley's Pouilly-Fum�, home to some of the finest examples of Sauvignon Blanc, and was coined by the iconic Robert Mondavi to distinguish his dry versions of Californian Sauvignon Blanc. The term is now widely used in the US as a synonym for Sauvignon Blanc. You can expect this example to deliver impressive mineral tones alongside lime citrus, apple and herbs and vibrant, lifted, refreshing acidity. A mouthwatering sipper that will also work with grilled shrimp.

Description

Ch�teau St. Jean was founded in 1973 and has played a vital role in the evolution of Sonoma as a premium wine region. 'Fum� Blanc' echoes the Loire Valley's Pouilly-Fum�, home to some of the finest examples of Sauvignon Blanc, and was coined by the iconic Robert Mondavi to distinguish his dry versions of Californian Sauvignon Blanc. The term is now widely used in the US as a synonym for Sauvignon Blanc. You can expect this example to deliver impressive mineral tones alongside lime citrus, apple and herbs and vibrant, lifted, refreshing acidity. A mouthwatering sipper that will also work with grilled shrimp.

Tasting Notes
This winery deserves kudos for their remarkable cuv�es of Fum� Blanc, all of which qualify as values. A fabulous bargain, the 2013 Fum� Blanc Sonoma (25,000 cases produced) is not put through malolactic, 70% is aged in stainless steel and 30% in older oak. It offers flowery, perfumed, melony, caramelized grapefruit and citrus notes, medium body, exuberant, fresh, lively fruit, and outstanding purity as well as texture. An incredible value, this beauty can be drunk over the next year or so. Drink: 2015-2016. Score - 90. (Robert Parker Jr., erobertparker.com, Dec. 2014)

Tasting Notes