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2014 Robert Mondavi Winery Fumé Blanc

Estate: Robert Mondavi Winery
Region: Napa Valley, California, United States of America
Vineyards: Wappo Hill and To Kalon Vineyards


Tasting Note:March 04, 2017

Clear and light yellow. Layered nose with notes of peaches, tropical fruits and a bit grassy too. Great attack, moderate acidity (5/10) and very dry medium finish. Soft notes on the palate like stone fruits. Dryness lingers.


Sauvignon Blanc-based wine with 94% Sauvignon Blanc and 6% Semillon. The name Fumé Blanc comes from a blend of words like the varietal, Sauvignon Blanc, and the region, Pouilly-Fumé. Majority of the fruit comes from Wappo Hill Vineyard, now on Realm Cellars Estate, at 63% and another 17% from the To Kalon Vineyard. Aged for 9 months in 60-gallon French oak barrels sûr lie. 54,528 cases produced.

Drink Dates:

2017 till 2019.

Rating:

89 points.

Price Point:

$ - Tasted at the Oakton Wine Shop. Price is $21.99.