Upland Estates 2008 Sauvignon Blanc

This food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc captures the true elegance of Upland Vineyards. Barrel fermented in neutral oak barrels and aged sur lees for 7 months the wine is lush up front, loaded with tropical fruit, hints of citrus, lemon grass and fig that is balanced around bright acidity and a crisp dry finish. Co-fermented in neutral oak with 9% Semillon from the same block to create a Bordeaux style blend, this fruit-forward wine is made in the softer, Old World style rather than the more veggie, aggressive New World style. The vines were planted in 1995 on the cooler North slope of Snipes Mountain.

• Planted in 1995
• 74 cases produced
• Aged 7 months
• Released in March 2010