Shared Notes 2021 Les Pierres Qui Décident Russian River Valley Sauvignon Blanc

94 Points Wine Spectator

100% Sauvignon Blanc

Style – A Sauvignon Blanc inspired by the pure and focused wines of the Loire Valley, where the rocks “decide” the style.

Tasting notes – Shimmering in the glass with hues of pale straw and the slightest tinge of youthful green, the 2021 Shared Notes Les pierres qui décident is unmistakable as its explosive personality, quite literally, fills the air. True to its name, where the rocks “decide” the style, this wine opens with subtle notes of chalky stone and sea air that give way to a dazzling display of crisp and remarkably pure notes of crisp pear, Granny Smith apple, lemon peel, and peach blossom. Flavors of lemon tart, nectarine, and freshly cut herbs surge across the palate, then give way to vibrant, mouthwatering acidity. Aging exclusively in 100% new French oak 132-gallon puncheons, this Sauvignon Blanc delivers great texture with hints of spice and toasted vanilla. Flashy and effusive in its youth, this beautiful varietal expression will continue to evolve and gain substantial complexity as it ages in bottle.

Vineyard – Merino Vineyard

Aging

100% New French-oak barrel fermented

8 months on the lees

No Malolactic Fermentation