Central Coast Sauvignon Blanc

Some might say it’s bland others might say it’s understated.

Kind of unremarkable. I liked previous vintages better. A bit too oaky for me.

Tones of bright green lemongrass with mild citrus. Touch of floral aromas with bright acidity.

Justin & Deborah Baldwin acquired their land in 1981, planted 72 acres that year. Initially they were wine growers, then in 1987, they harvested their first grapes bottled under the Justin label. Pale lemon with tropical fruits, grassy citrus and floral scents. On the palate peach, tangy lemon citrus and melon flavors with gentle acidity. Medium+ finish ending with bright herb mineral character.

Crisper and drier than previous vintages. Very nice trend.

Citrus rind.

Pleasant Sauvignon Blanc. I would still want it to be drier, but it’s good enough for a poolside lunch - and exquisite with line caught bluefin tuna sashimi. Life is pretty good. Revisited 3/30/18 and upped to 89.

Pale yellow and clear. Straw and herbs on nose. Grapefruit, lemon, nectarine, Crenshaw melon and creamy viscousness (lees contact?) in mouth, moderate skin astringency on finish. Nice flavors, free run/pressing a tad rough given skin tannins.

Ending the year on a high note with a Wednesday Wine Committee appearance. As always, wines are tasted blind. This week, there was 1 sparkler, 3 whites, 2 reds and 1 dessert.

I really tried to put this outside the US, but ultimately guessed west coast SB. Lots of citrus/tart notes, but lower acidity than my favorite SBs. Not much stone fruit and graphite. Definitely meant to be enjoyed young.

Justin and Deborah Baldwin acquired their land in 1981 and planted 72 acres in vineyards that same year. Light straw with typical SB nose of floral with tropical & citrus fruits. On the palate pineapple and peach flavors with citrus and some herb notes. Crisp medium finish ending with mineral notes. Nice value!