Honig Vineyard and Winery
2009 Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc
Rutherford AVA
Auction 14 | Lot No. 122
Vintage: 2009
Honig Vineyard and Winery
Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc
Rutherford
5 cases produced
Description
Aromas and flavors of honey, dried apricot and citrus rind are layered with creme brûlée and mineral, in this truly exceptional Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc. The fruit for this wine comes from Block One of our vineyard, next to the Napa River. The close proximity to the river's moisture aids in the natural occurrence of Botrytis, critical to a late harvest wine. Rich and luscious, with balanced acidity, it pairs perfectly with fois gras, blue cheese and stone fruits, and is delicious on its own.
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.77000
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
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heavy tannins |
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Kristin Belair
Winemaker, Honig Vineyard and Winery
A University of California, Davis graduate, Kristin came to the Napa Valley in 1981 as a harvest intern at Trefethen Vineyards. By 1985, she was making Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay for a small, family owned winery in Oakville, Johnson Turnbull Vineyards, which later became Turnbull Wine Cellars. In January 1998, Kristin joined Honig Vineyard and Winery, where she has spent the past 20 years crafting nationally recognized, award winning Sauvignon blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Country born: United States
Education: UC Davis: BS - Fermentation Science
Years in the wine industry: 30+ years
Winemaking Philosophy:
From the growing and creation of it to the enjoyment of a glass with family and friends, wine has the extraordinary effect of connecting people, places and experiences. Being a part of that continues to be exciting and rewarding.
D & M Liquors
2200 Fillmore Street
San Francisco CA 94115
415-346-1325
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from D & M Liquors:
| Winery | Vintage | Variety | Appellation | Fanciful | Auction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tetra | 2010 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Right Bank Blend | 16 (2012) |
| Honig Vineyard and Winery | 2009 | Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc | Rutherford | 14 (2010) | |
| Livingston Moffett Wines, LLC | 2006 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Aidan's Blend | 12 (2008) |
| Paoletti Estates Winery | 2006 | Nero d'Avola | Napa Valley | 12 (2008) | |
| Oakville Ranch Vineyards | 2002 | Cabernet Franc/Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Lucinda's Blend | 8 (2004) |
Winery Distribution
Honig Vineyard and Winery is distributed in the following markets. Please contact the winery directly for the most up-to-date distribution information and to explore commercial opportunities.