Grieve Family Winery
2023 Sauvignon Blanc
Napa Valley AVA
Auction 29 | Lot No. 59
Vintage: 2023
Grieve Family Winery
Sauvignon Blanc
Napa Valley
5 cases produced
Highlights
- This wine is made from organically farmed grapes
- Aged 17 months in 60% new French oak
- 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- Crafted by winemaker Philippe Melka
Description
Crafted by Napa Valley winemaker Philippe Melka, this 100% Sauvignon Blanc is made from organically farmed grapes.
Wine Facts
- Single vineyard wine
- Organically produced (also commonly called "organically grown")
Philippe Melka
Winemaker, Grieve Family Winery
Bordeaux native Philippe Melka is a self-described soil nerd, who has always been intrigued by the intricacies of the land. He originally pursued a degree in Geology at the University of Bordeaux, however a winemaking class during his ?nal year proved pivotal. It set him on a new course that would see him become one of the world’s most coveted winemakers, honing his artistry at prestigious estates including Château Haut Brion, Petrus, Dominus, Silver Oak and his own Melka Wines.
Winery owners David and Kathleen Grieve had long admired Philippe’s wines and his site-driven approach to winemaking. When it came time to hire a winemaker, they reached out to Philippe through mutual friend Tuck Beckstoffer. For his part, Philippe was excited by the vineyard’s terroir and the opportunity to work with Lovall Valley fruit. In 2018, he took over as head winemaker for Grieve Family Winery, where he marries old world traditions with new world advancements to produce the winery’s limited production portfolio of profoundly expressive Grieve Family Estate and Double Eagle wines.
Country born: France
Years in the wine industry: 20-30 years
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Winery Distribution
Grieve Family 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.
Domestic:
- Arizona (SGWS)
- California (SGWS)
- Florida (SGWS)
- Maryland (International Cellars)
- New York (SGWS)
- North Carolina (Grapevine)
- South Carolina (Grapevine)
- Texas (SGWS)
- Virginia (International Cellars)
International:
- United Kingdom (Vineyard Cellars)