Raymond Vineyard & Cellar

Reserve Selection Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc

8.421 ratings
-no pro ratings
Napa Valley, California, USA
Sauvignon Blanc
Cheddar & Gruyere, Tomato-Based, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Goat & Feta Cheese, Chili & Hot Spicy, White Fish, Salads & Greens, Meaty & Oily Fish, Fruit Desserts, Shellfish, Turkey, Vanilla & Caramel, Fruit & Berries, Exotic Spices, Pate, Potato, Chicken, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pungent Cheese, Squash & Root Vegetables, Sweet Potato, Yuca, Taro, Baking Spices, Nuts & Seeds, Soft Cheese, Salami & Prosciutto, Quinoa, Sweet Potato
Top Notes For
Cameron Etezadi

2012 Wretchedly bad example of a fine grape. It is almost criminal to treat sauv blanc this poorly. Acrid aftertaste and unbalanced oak ruin what should be a good wine. Perfect for serving friends you hate.

2012 Wretchedly bad example of a fine grape. It is almost criminal to treat sauv blanc this poorly. Acrid aftertaste and unbalanced oak ruin what should be a good wine. Perfect for serving friends you hate.

1 person found it helpfulOct 18th, 2015
Mike Leach

Pretty ordinary.

Pretty ordinary.

Oct 22nd, 2019
Rob Mayes

Nah.

Nah.

Sep 20th, 2017
Anne Selee

Crisp lemon medium finish.

Crisp lemon medium finish.

Jun 13th, 2016
David Huff

A LITTLE HEAVY BUT GOOD

A LITTLE HEAVY BUT GOOD

Nov 29th, 2015
Reuben Smith

Nothing special Cal Sauv Blanc. I found the flavours muddled but my palette wasn't clear.

Nothing special Cal Sauv Blanc. I found the flavours muddled but my palette wasn't clear.

Nov 10th, 2014
William Leslie

I have to start this off with one note: I think Raymond is one if the best wineries out there under $80. With this I mind, I was a bit disappointed here, although some is personal preference. Strong characteristics of green apple and honeydew melon. This is accompanied by a grapefruit flavor with very limited acidity and hints of lemon. The oak shows through well limiting the usual crispness associated with Sauvignon Blancs. My best description if this is a Chardonnay masked as a Sauvignon Blanc. It is heavier than expected, with citrus flavors surrounded by balanced oak. If you love Chardonnay and are looking for a smooth transition to Sauvignon Blanc, this is a great choice.

I have to start this off with one note: I think Raymond is one if the best wineries out there under $80. With this I mind, I was a bit disappointed here, although some is personal preference. Strong characteristics of green apple and honeydew melon. This is accompanied by a grapefruit flavor with very limited acidity and hints of lemon. The oak shows through well limiting the usual crispness associated with Sauvignon Blancs. My best description if this is a Chardonnay masked as a Sauvignon Blanc. It is heavier than expected, with citrus flavors surrounded by balanced oak. If you love Chardonnay and are looking for a smooth transition to Sauvignon Blanc, this is a great choice.

Sep 18th, 2014
Jessica Morgan Morrison

Jessica had this 4 years ago

Jessica had this 4 years ago

Aug 10th, 2020
Ryan gilbert

Ryan had this 6 years ago

Ryan had this 6 years ago

Oct 9th, 2017
j bluff

j had this 7 years ago

j had this 7 years ago

Sep 14th, 2017