Knights Bridge Winery, Sauvignon Blanc 2021, Pont de Chevalier, Knights Valley, Napa, CA

This Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc from Knights Bridge Vineyard is rich, full, with a fine texture and notes of citrus, herbal tea, honeycomb, and vibrant minerality.

COUNTRY: United State of America (USA)

STATES: CA

APPELLATION (AVA): Knights Valley

REGION: North Coast, California  

SUB-REGION: ­Sonoma County

VINEYARD: Knights Bridge Estate Vineyard

VINTAGE: 2019

GRAPES: Sauvignon Blanc (Musque clone)

SOIL: Red clay loam, white alluvial

PRACTICE: Sustainable

VINIFICATION: Grapes were delicately pressed and the juice was cold settled for 48 hours before being racked clean into stainless steel. Slow, cold fermentation with no malolactic fermentation. The finished wine aged for six months in 62% concrete, 18% stainless steel and 20% new French oak barrels prior to bottling.

STYLE: Still

COLOR: Medium Straw

BODY: Light to Medium (3-4)

TASTE: Dry

PRIMARY AROMAS: Tropical fruit, citrus, soft herb

FLAVOR: Crisp, lemon, chamomile tea, honeycomb, vibrant mineral finish; rich, fine texture

FORMAT: 750 ml

ALCOHOL: 14.7%

SERVICE AND FOOD PAIRING SUGGESTION:  Food pairings may include sushi, dense fish such as yellowtail, trout, haddock, Korean-stylle BBQ lettuce wraps, saffron risotto with scallops, or Thai curry. Drink now or hold until 2026.

ABOUT THE VINEYARD: Knights Bridge
“Situated at the foot of Mount St. Helena, just north of Calistoga, beautiful Knights Valley holds a special fascination. Located in a narrow valley bordering the Mayacamas mountain range that divides Sonoma and Napa Counties, this easternmost Sonoma County appellation, known for its warm days and cool nights, is the warmest viticultural region in the county. The valley's beauty and mineral-rich volcanic rhyolitic (volcanic) soils help produce world class Chardonnay and Bordeaux varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc; wines that consistently earn acclaim from critics and wine lovers alike. This special place continues to enshrine the rough beauty and ambition of the West, but contains within it a classic finesse and style that makes this one of the most unique wine-growing regions in the world.” (knightsbridgewinery.com)

ABOUT THE PRODUCER:
“In 2006, several close-knit family members discovered 50 acres of hillside vineyards in Knights Valley, the perfect spot to produce exceptional Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. Knights Bridge vineyard is nestled on the pristine west side of Knights Valley, the warmest appellation in Sonoma County. It was here that the family decided to create Knights Bridge Winery with the singular goal of producing world-class wines. Joining on their quest is a group of talented professionals, all striving together in the pursuit of excellence from sustainable farming methods and small lot wine production to unique tasting experiences. Knights Bridge Winery is guided by a deep respect for nature, a passion for fine wines, and a dedication to family and friends.” (knightsbridgewinery.com)

ABOUT THE WINEMAKER:
“In 1988, Douglas Danielak began crafting wines for some of the most admired wineries in Sonoma and Napa counties, and in 2006 was named an original member of our winemaking team. Having made exceptional wines from our estate vineyards for over 10 years, he is now our Director of Winemaking.

Douglas graduated from Michigan State University, and later U.C. Davis earning a BS in Viticulture and Enology.  He also attended the Lycée Agricole et Viticole de Beaune in Burgundy. During his time in France, Douglas worked with Rebecca Wasserman at Le Serbet gaining in-depth knowledge of barrels from cooperages Francois Frères and Taransaud.  During his award-winning career, Douglas has received both critical praise and high scores. In 2014, Wine Spectator named Douglas a Winemaker to Watch.” (knightsbridgewinery.com)