Gundlach-Bundschu Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma Coast, California

Late-season clarity and coastal tension define the first impression as 2023 Gundlach-Bundschu Sauvignon Blanc opens with lift, precision, and quiet confidence. Shaped by a long, cool growing year, this wine captures freshness and depth in equal measure, translating patience in the vineyard into elegance in the glass.

Product Details:

• Blend: 88% Sauvignon Blanc, 12% Semillon
• Harvest Conditions: Slow, cool vintage with extended hang time
• Pressing: Whole cluster pressed, settled 48 hours
• Fermentation: Stainless steel tank, cement, neutral oak barrels, and cigar barrels using two yeast strains
• Lees Work: Lees contact with batonnage
• Cooperage: 30% barrel fermented in neutral and cigar barrels
• Alcohol: 13.8%
• pH: 3.33
• Total Acidity: 7.0 g/L
• Production: 3,000 cases

Sensory Description:

Lifted aromatics of honeysuckle and white nectarine lead the nose with immediacy. On the palate, racy acidity and saline minerality evoke ocean spray, balanced by a creamy mid-palate richness developed through lees contact. Bright notes of Australian lime and starfruit carry through the finish, leaving a clean, energetic, and layered impression.

Winemaker's Background:

Gundlach-Bundschu is one of California’s longest continuously family-owned wineries, guided by six generations of the Bundschu family. Their approach blends deep respect for farming with thoughtful winemaking choices that emphasize balance, texture, and site expression. By working across multiple vineyard sources and fermentation vessels, the team crafts wines that highlight complexity without sacrificing clarity or freshness.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well chilled to emphasize its vibrant acidity and aromatic lift. This Sauvignon Blanc pairs beautifully with fresh seafood, shellfish, goat cheese, and herb-driven dishes, and also shines as a bright, refreshing aperitif.