Larkmead Lillie Sauvignon Blanc

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.

Winery: Larkmead Vineyards
Appellation: Napa Valley
Average age of vines: Between 7 and 27 years old
Farming Methods: Sustainable and organic
Maturation: 100% BARREL FERMENTATION, 39% NEW
Soil: Pleasanton loam
Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc
Vineyard Orientation: N/A
Vineyard Size: N/A

Wine	Scores	Downloads	Reviews
Larkmead Lillie Sauvignon Blanc 2022	16+/20 Jancis Robinson Smells of white flowers and lemon oil. Beautiful floral notes of lemon pith, grapefruit and green apple have a wonderful, electric sizzle thanks to fantastic acidity. Bright, juicy and delicious. 93 Wine Advocate The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc Lillie was picked ahead of the Labor Day heat and was barrel fermented in a mix of 300-liter hogsheads and 225-liter barriques. Together with its ripe fig and fresh lime notes, this has a luscious balance of richness and refreshment—medium to full-bodied, lush and creamy textured, then long and clean on the finish. 92 Wine Spectator This succulent white mingles savory overtones with a vibrant core of lemon-lime, yuzu and mango flavors. Details of honeycomb, honeysuckle, spices and ginger linger on the long, expressive finish alongside hints of jasmine, sweetgrass and lemon balm. Drink now. 645 cases made.	Bottle Image Label Image Shelf Talker Tech Sheet