Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc

Tasting Notes from the Curator

Steeped in the Napa Valley’s sun-kissed vineyards, the Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc offers an aromatic and flavor palimpsest that speaks to the connoisseur and the curious alike. Upon the first pour, a bouquet of fruit-driven aromas—citrus in the likes of lemon, lime, and grapefruit, the honeyed symphony of melon, tropical blooms like pineapple and mango, tangy green apple, and green pear—herald the richness of experience to come. Non-fruit tones like freshly cut hay and a whisper of stony minerality assert the wine’s complexity. On the palate, the varietal continues its aromatic promises with an added layer of stony minerals. The finish is a triumph of orchestration—crispness, silkiness, and smoothness—like hearing the harmonious closing of a well-composed symphony. The wine embodies the grape’s quality, Napa Valley’s distinctive terroir, and the masterful winemaking of Cakebread Cellars. Its harmonious interplay of aromatic and flavor elements secures its place as an illusive paragon within the domain of high-end white wines.

Pairings & Suggestions

• Seafood symphony: Indulge in a crescendo of flavors pairing this wine with oysters, shrimp cocktail, or grilled salmon highlighted by fresh herbs.
• Poultry and greens: Elevate grilled chicken or turkey salad with the crisp, herbaceous notes of this Sauvignon Blanc.
• Vegetarian delights: A goat cheese salad or arugula with pear finds a harmonizing partner in this wine’s balanced profile.
• Cheese mosaic: From soft, tangy goat cheese to rich brie, the wine’s fruit-driven crispness provides a perfect counterpoint.
• International cuisines: Venture into the realms of Thai curries or Greek salads; this wine adapts with grace and poise.

  Vignettes from the Vine

From the lens of his camera to the rows of his vineyards, the transformation of Jack Cakebread from acclaimed photographer to vintner par excellence is a tale interwoven in the bottle you hold. It’s a convergence of passions where every sip carries the narrative of a pioneering spirit and a love affair with the land.

Taste Profile

Technical Sheet

Storage Instructions

Store in a dark, cool environment at around 55°F (13°C) with relative humidity at 50-70%, ensuring the bottle is positioned horizontally to keep the cork moist and preserve the wine’s integrity.