Honig Sauvignon Blanc Rutherford (2008)
| Winery: | Honig Vineyard and Winery |
| Region: | USA » California » Napa » Rutherford |
| Varietal: | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Type: | Table Wines |
Honig Vineyard and Winery
In 1964, Louis Honig purchased a 68-acre ranch in the heart of the Napa Valley and planted it with Sauvignon blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes. For the next few years, Louis sold the grapes to neighboring wineries with the dream of retiring one day from his San Francisco advertising business and making wine from his vineyard in Rutherford. Before he could realize his dream, Louis passed away, leaving the estate to his children and grandchildren. In 1981, as a tribute to his legacy, the family rallied together to produce several hundred cases of Louis Honig Sauvignon Blanc in the vineyard's old tractor barn. The wine won a Gold Medal at the Orange County Fair, and thus, the winery was born. In 1984, at the age of 22, Louis' grandson, Michael Honig, took over management of the vineyard and winery. With a lot of hard work and a beat up pickup truck, Honig managed to get their Sauvignon Blanc into most fine restaurants in California. From there, production and distribution grew. In 1987, in addition Read more »
Grapefruit and lime aromas, nice acidity and minerality great with the coconut shrimp/mango salso, a little white peach on palate, citrus fruit overall
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May 2016
Honig Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 2013
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Very good as always. Petrol, melon, citrus, lanolin and stone fruit on the nose lead to tantalizing, mouthwatering finish with plenty of minerality and acidity. Drink now - Paul 89 poits Read More
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April 2016
Which Cab Sav's are REALLY good right of the bat (upon release from the winery) and even better after 5 years? Read More
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December 2012
Honig Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2005
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Smokey bouquet at decanting with emerging fig, cherries by the minute...Let this one sit a good while and pour in small quantities. Very well balanced, but still very much fruit forward with lingering acidity - a bit young. Shelve this one if you can for another 3-5 years. Read More
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