96 points Jonathan Cristaldi (Decanter): "This 2021 vintage is exceptionally polished. It offers lovely citrus-bright fruit with notes of lemon oil, tangerine, and kumquat. It is complemented by salted almonds, a hint of vanilla, and subtle cedar aromatics that add an elegant lift. White flowers and oyster shell minerality enhance its complexity, while zesty acidity provides tension through the long finish. It stands out as one of the finest age-worthy Napa Sauvignon Blancs of the vintage, showcasing remarkable structure, power, poise, and integrity throughout. Drinking Window: 2024-2034. (11/11/24)"
95+ points Jeb Dunnuck: "TThe Sauvignon Blanc-dominated 2021 Estate Blanc (which includes 6% Semillon) sports a vivid yellow/gold hue to go with a beautiful, Bordeaux Blanc-like array of ripe lemon, honeyed orange, flower oil, and sappy, minty herb nuances. It's concentrated, has beautiful acidity, medium to full body, and a great finish. I'd put this up with the top examples of the variety in California. Drink: 2025-2035. (12/26/23)"
95 points Joe Czerwinski (Wine Advocate): "Arkenstone's 2021 Estate Blanc is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon fermented and aged in a mix of new and older barrels, plus some concrete eggs. Bold scents of passion fruit, toasty oak, vanilla and a bit of fig burst from the glass, while the medium to full-bodied palate is creamy textured and plush, with invigorating notes of tangerine and lime zest emerging on the lingering finish.. Drink: 2023-2030. (Jan 2024)"
95 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent): "The 2021 Estate Sauvignon Blanc, with 6% Semillon in the blend, flies out of the glass with notes of fresh grapefruit, lemon curd, and yuzu followed by hints of candle wax, lime blossom, and crushed rocks. The medium to full-bodied palate is fantastically bright and shiny, with pristine citrus layers and a long chalky finish. 420 cases were made. Alcohol 14.8%. Drink: 2024-2030. (3/28/24)"
95+ points Jeb Dunnuck: "TThe Sauvignon Blanc-dominated 2021 Estate Blanc (which includes 6% Semillon) sports a vivid yellow/gold hue to go with a beautiful, Bordeaux Blanc-like array of ripe lemon, honeyed orange, flower oil, and sappy, minty herb nuances. It's concentrated, has beautiful acidity, medium to full body, and a great finish. I'd put this up with the top examples of the variety in California. Drink: 2025-2035. (12/26/23)"
95 points Joe Czerwinski (Wine Advocate): "Arkenstone's 2021 Estate Blanc is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon fermented and aged in a mix of new and older barrels, plus some concrete eggs. Bold scents of passion fruit, toasty oak, vanilla and a bit of fig burst from the glass, while the medium to full-bodied palate is creamy textured and plush, with invigorating notes of tangerine and lime zest emerging on the lingering finish.. Drink: 2023-2030. (Jan 2024)"
95 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent): "The 2021 Estate Sauvignon Blanc, with 6% Semillon in the blend, flies out of the glass with notes of fresh grapefruit, lemon curd, and yuzu followed by hints of candle wax, lime blossom, and crushed rocks. The medium to full-bodied palate is fantastically bright and shiny, with pristine citrus layers and a long chalky finish. 420 cases were made. Alcohol 14.8%. Drink: 2024-2030. (3/28/24)"
| Product SKU | 355281 |
| Producer | Arkenstone |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Napa Valley |
| Appellation | Howell Mountain |
| Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| Blend | 94% Sauvignon Blanc, 6% Sémillon |
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