Elizabeth Spencer
2013 Sauvignon Blanc
Rutherford AVA
Auction 18 | Lot No. 152
Vintage: 2013
Elizabeth Spencer
Sauvignon Blanc
Rutherford
10 cases produced
Highlights
- From a single-vineyard located on the valley floor in Rutherford
- The Sauvignon Blanc vines were inter-planted with Cabernet Sauvignon in 1974-75
- Fermentation was by native yeasts and not inoculated
- Fermented in small 75-gallon stainless barrels to enhance the delicious fresh fruit character
Wine Facts
- pH: 3.06000
- Wine is unfiltered
- Single vineyard wine
- Wine was dry farmed
- Sustainably produced
Tasting Chart
| bone dry |
|
very sweet |
| light body |
|
very full bodied |
| soft, gentle |
|
very crisp |
| no tannins |
|
heavy tannins |
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Sarah Vandendriessche
Winemaker, Elizabeth Spencer
Joined Elizabeth Spencer in 2010 as Winemaker. Previous experience at Scholium Project; Robert Sinskey Vineyards,Krupp Brothers Estates/Stagecoach Vineyards, White Rock Vineyards. We have a stellar winemaking team at Elizabeth Spencer. Spencer Graham is Director of Winemaking. He determined the original style of our wines and established the long term relationships with our grape growers. Sarah Vandendriessche is the Winemaker, overseeing all aspects of production, from managing vineyard practices through to bottling. Spencer and Sarah work together on all final blends. Robbie Meyer is our consulting winemaker.
Country born: Unites States
Education: North Carolina State, Biology Major. Winemaking experience through hands-on practice under mentorship and tutoring of Nigel Kinsman and Abe Schoener.
Years in the wine industry: 10-15 years
Winemaking Philosophy:
We buy from a handful of premiere grape growers, with whom we work from vintage to vintage. Our winemaking philosophy adheres to a classical tradition. The model for all of our wines is intensity without excess weight, purity, persistence and length.
The Saddle Room - Gastronomy Rooms Inc
650 Randall Crossings Lane
North Aurora IL 60554
630-906-9300
Other Premiere Napa Valley Wines available from The Saddle Room - Gastronomy Rooms Inc:
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Mondavi Winery | 2017 | Red Wine | Oakville | To Kalon Vineyard | 23 (2019) |
| Entre Nous | 2014 | Red Wine | Oakville | Secret Acre | 20 (2016) |
| Merryvale Vineyards | 2014 | Cabernet Sauvignon | St. Helena | Schlatter Family Estate | 20 (2016) |
| Jamieson Ranch Vineyards | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Atlas Peak | Cordes Vineyard | 19 (2015) |
| Mario Bazán Cellars | 2013 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 19 (2015) | |
| Beaulieu Vineyard | 2012 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | 18 (2014) | |
| Detert Family Vineyards | 2012 | Cabernet Franc | Oakville | 18 (2014) | |
| Elizabeth Spencer | 2013 | Sauvignon Blanc | Rutherford | 18 (2014) | |
| Keenan Winery | 2012 | Zinfandel | Spring Mountain District | A Nod to History | 18 (2014) |
| Ghost Block and Markham Vineyards | 2011 | Red Wine | Yountville | Meritage Blend | 17 (2013) |
| Robert Biale Vineyards | 2011 | Petite Sirah | Napa Valley | P.S. 185 | 17 (2013) |
| Snowden Vineyards | 2011 | Petit Verdot | Napa Valley | 17 (2013) | |
| Tierra Roja Vineyards | 2011 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Katharine's Blend | 17 (2013) |
| Coho | 2010 | Merlot | Coombsville | Michael Black Vineyard | 16 (2012) |
| Hourglass | 2010 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Napa Valley | Five Element Theory | 16 (2012) |
| Paraduxx | 2010 | Red Wine | Napa Valley | Rector Creek Vineyard | 16 (2012) |
| Castello di Amorosa | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | MORISOLI-BORGES | 15 (2011) |
| Juslyn Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Spring Mountain District | 15 (2011) | |
| Sawyer Cellars | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Rutherford | 15 (2011) | |
| Tierra Roja Vineyards | 2009 | Cabernet Sauvignon | Oakville | Katharine’s Blend | 15 (2011) |
Winery Distribution
Elizabeth Spencer 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 (Alliance Beverage)
- California (Winebow)
- Colorado (Maverick)
- Connecticut (Winebow)
- Florida (Winebow)
- Georgia (Winebow)
- Hawaii (Youngs Market)
- Illinois (Winebow)
- Indiana (J.W. Thornton)
- Indiana (Carroll Company)
- Kansas (Standard Beverage)
- Massachusetts (Horizon Beverage)
- Michigan (Great Lakes Wine)
- Nebraska (Johnson Brothers)
- New York (Winebow)
- Oklahoma (Premium Brands)
- South Dakota (Johnson Brothers)
- Texas (Mexcor)
- Vermont (Farrell Distributing)
- Virginia (Winebow)
- Washington (Winebow)