Quintessa

Illumination Sauvignon Blanc

9.225 ratings

9.111 pro ratings

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

Top Notes For

9.3

Sublime. One of the best New World Sauvignon Blancs I’ve had.

Sublime. One of the best New World Sauvignon Blancs I’ve had.

1 person found it helpfulOct 24th, 2017

Sipping Fine Wine

9.5

The wine was clear, clean and had a bright sunshine yellow color. Aromas of green fruit and citrus were noted along with some floral edges. The wine is a blend of 49% Sauvignon Blanc Musqué, 36% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillon; 67% of the grapes came from Napa and 33% from Sonoma. The palate showed sweet ripe grapefruits, fleshy apple and some lemony nuances. The finish was better than medium, showing some spice and a touch of earthy minerals. Outstanding!

The wine was clear, clean and had a bright sunshine yellow color. Aromas of green fruit and citrus were noted along with some floral edges. The wine is a blend of 49% Sauvignon Blanc Musqué, 36% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillon; 67% of the grapes came from Napa and 33% from Sonoma. The palate showed sweet ripe grapefruits, fleshy apple and some lemony nuances. The finish was better than medium, showing some spice and a touch of earthy minerals. Outstanding!

1 person found it helpfulMar 2nd, 2016

9.2

13' illumination SB(Quintessa).Two thirds NAPA one third Sonama. Great balance! Back to back good bottles of wine with the 12 & 13' vintage. Can't miss!

13' illumination SB(Quintessa).Two thirds NAPA one third Sonama. Great balance! Back to back good bottles of wine with the 12 & 13' vintage. Can't miss!

1 person found it helpfulFeb 12th, 2016

Rebecca Fletcher

9.7

Citrus lime. M+ acid. Long lingering finish. Crisp and clean.

Citrus lime. M+ acid. Long lingering finish. Crisp and clean.

Aug 21st, 2015

Owner/Winemaker for MTGA Wines

9.0

This was good... Like really good... It has been a while since a Sauv Blanc stopped me in my tracks.

This was good... Like really good... It has been a while since a Sauv Blanc stopped me in my tracks.

Apr 10th, 2015

Sommelier at RN74

8.5

Definitely not the style of SB I gravitate towards. It's a good wine and if I had a qualm it is only that for my palate it comes across manipulated and clumsy.

Definitely not the style of SB I gravitate towards. It's a good wine and if I had a qualm it is only that for my palate it comes across manipulated and clumsy.

Mar 16th, 2015

Christopher Wisner

Wine Manager, American Wine & Spirits

9.2

Ripe fruit, balancing acidity. Just a good glass of wine.

Ripe fruit, balancing acidity. Just a good glass of wine.

Feb 17th, 2015

9.2

Crisp smooth with some complexity. Excellent Sauvignon Blanc

Crisp smooth with some complexity. Excellent Sauvignon Blanc

Apr 22nd, 2024

9.2

Lemon and citrus. A lot of minerality like a Sancerre. Complex for Sauv Blanc.

Lemon and citrus. A lot of minerality like a Sancerre. Complex for Sauv Blanc.

Jan 23rd, 2024

9.2

Great sav blanc. Complex. Carneros like.

Great sav blanc. Complex. Carneros like.

Nov 8th, 2020