Davis Bynum 2005 Fume Blanc

Credit the cool Russian River Valley growing region for the crisp structure of this wine. Produced from 100% Sauvignon grapes, it represents three vineyards within about a two mile radius, encompassing both the Middle Reach and Laguna Ridge of the Russian River Valley. The wine was cold fermented in stainless steel tanks and left on the yeast after fermentation for added complexity. The wine received no oak treatment or a malo-lactic (secondary) fermentation.

Winemaker Tasting Notes:
The wine displays unbridled aromas of vibrant stone fruit accompanied by subtle flinty notes in the background. Full yet firm, showing a very broad range of flavores. The Shone farm fruit brings an almost honeysuckle fatness along with its distinct minerality, while the King vineyard lends melon and fig notes. The addition of the Richiolli vineyard gives the high notes of gooseberry and lime that distinguish Russian River Sauvignons.

Technical Notes:

Varietal :	100% Sauvignon Blanc
Appellation :	Russian River
Harvest :	Sept. 23-30, 2005
Aging :	Stainless Steel
Production :	2000 cases
Vineyards :	SShone Farm 41%, Richioli Vineyard 32%, and King Vineyard 27%
pH :	3.3
Total Acidity:	0.75
Release date :	March 2006