Larkmead Lillie Sauvignon Blanc 17

Winery	Larkmead Vineyards
Region	Napa Valley
Appellation	Napa Valley
Type	White Wine
Varietal	Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyard Size	110 acres
Soil	Pleasantan Loam (Clay)
Vineyard Orientation	South
Average Age of Vines	25 years
Farming Practice	Conventional
Maturation	French oak aging; 8 months 75% foudre 25% hogshead barrels, 25% new tonnellerie ermitage
Vintage	2017

Although they account for less than 10% of Larkmead’s production, the white wines can stand shoulder to shoulder with Napa Valley’s best. As the Merlot is a shape shifter that pretends to be Cabernet Sauvignon, Lillie replicates that same ambiguity – a Sauvignon Blanc that acts as a Chardonnay. The nose may be aromatically in tune with its variety, but the palate possesses the weight and gravitas of a Chardonnay. The result is an incredibly distinctive effort made from a small parcel of grapes that benefits from extended elevage and bottle aging.

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92pts The Wine Advocate– 2017 vintage

FOR THE 2017 VINTAGE
The 2017 Sauvignon Blanc Lillie (100% Sauvignon Blanc, aged eight months in French oak, 36% new) comes charging out of the glass with intense scents of lemon curd, fresh grapefruit, pineapple and peach juice with hints of wild thyme, elderflower and musk perfume. Medium-bodied, the palate reveals fantastically concentrated stone fruit and citrus layers with tropical fruit and herbal accents and a gorgeous satiny texture, finishing with great length and freshness. 374 cases were made.

92pts Vinous – Antonio Galloni– 2018 vintage

FOR THE 2018 VINTAGE
Larkmead’s 2018 Sauvignon Blanc Lillie is rich, deep and powerful, with a real sense of phenolic intensity that amps up a whole range of green, grassy varietal notes. Lemon peel, sage, white pepper and green apple add freshness and vibrancy. This is such a pretty wine!

Larkmead Lillie Sauvignon Blanc 17