2012 eisele vineyard, sauvignon blanc, napa valley
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Why We're Buying
Eisele Vineyard strives for perfection with every bottle. This sauvignon blanc is no exception. The wine, which features a large proportion of sauvignon blanc musqué, delivers freshness and energy that is only possible at its hill-guarded vineyards. In 2017, wine critic James Suckling begged the question, "(Is this the) best white of Napa at the moment?"
Critics Scores
Stephen Tanzer
Good bright green-tinged yellow. Expressive, very fresh aromas and flavors of quince, guava, lime and almond, plus notes of underripe pineapple and minerals. Generous, layered and full in the mouth, conveying a captivating floral perfume. Finishes chewy and slightly phenolic, with dusty grapefruit pith and mint nuances. An excellent cooler vintage for this wine. (ST)
James Suckling
Flamboyant aromas of sliced grapefruit, lemon peel, hints of grass, apricot and light peach. Full body with lively fruit and acidity that turns stone and lemongrass. Wonderful texture and length.
Vinous
The 2012 Sauvignon Blanc Eisele Vineyard is beautifully bright, focused and nuanced. Lime, grapefruit, mint and crushed rocks are some of the many notes that jump from the glass. The 2012 is crystalline and full of detail. Starting in 2012 the fruit was picked a little earlier, which has resulted in a style of Sauvignon that is more aromatically nuanced and vibrant than in the past. The 2012 is 75 Sauvignon Musque and 25 Sauvignon Blanc, done mostly in stainless steel, with a bit of new French oak (25) and concrete (10).