This is as good as California Sauvignon Blanc gets. What other versions would you put in the conversation? Spottswoode, Araujo, Peter Michael? Rochioli claims this is from the oldest Sauvignon Blanc vines in the state of California.
Gold in color. 14.5% ABV. Gorgeous nose of stone fruits, grass and a hint of grapefruit. Medium to full bodied with exquisite acidity. Lush and rich with tremendous mouth feel. Lemon oil, pear, green apple and minerals on the palate. Exceptional length on the finish. For me this is the pinnacle of California Sauvignon Blanc. This should drink well for another 2-3 years.
Yup, a big fan! I actually like everything they make, though not my usual wheelhouse. Iāve never tried the chardāfrightened it will be too oaky and heavy.
Seems like their estate wines are more rich and fruit driven, and the single vineyard offerings are much more restrained. At least thatās my impression with the past two vintages of their pinot/chard/sb.
Hey Mike. I know Rochioli is doing a lot of replanting. On the most recent mailer last week I read they had to remove their Valdigiue. I donāt know if that has impacted these vines. Otherwise, the 2021 should be released later this Spring on the Chardonnay mailer as indicated above.
^ I think theyāre in similar class for quality but completely different styles. The OP in both of these imo were spot on. The Rochiolis Iāve had have always been zippy, roaring with acid and citrus and minerality vs the more rich and rounded barrel aged M.E.
