2022 Rutherford Hill Sauvignon Blanc 750ML

Rutherford Hill’s 2022 AJT Collection Sauvignon Blanc is a generous Napa Valley interpretation of the variety, combining vibrant fruit with notable texture and mineral definition. Sourced from the winery’s AJT Vineyard in Rutherford, the wine balances the richness of the 2022 vintage with enough freshness to keep its ripe, expressive character focused.

Blend: 98% Sauvignon Blanc, 2% Sauvignon Gris.

Tasting Notes: Passion fruit, pineapple and ripe peach lead the aromatics, joined by Meyer lemon, citrus blossom and a subtle herbal accent. The palate is juicy and expansive, with tropical fruit and citrus carried by a creamy texture before a long, mineral-tinged finish.

Structure: Medium-bodied and richly textured for Sauvignon Blanc, with bright acidity providing balance to the ripe fruit. A gentle creaminess through the mid-palate gives way to refreshing mineral and citrus definition on the finish.

Drink Window: Now–2028. Fully expressive today, with its combination of ripe fruit, freshness and texture suggesting enjoyment in the near term rather than extended cellaring.

Decanting: No formal decanting is necessary. Serve moderately chilled and allow 10–15 minutes in the glass for the wine’s tropical fruit, citrus and textural nuances to emerge.

This is Sauvignon Blanc for those who appreciate a more substantial Napa expression of the variety without sacrificing freshness. Its combination of ripe fruit, polished texture and mineral lift makes it particularly well suited to richer seafood dishes, grilled fish, roast chicken or a leisurely aperitif.