Arkenstone Estate Sauvignon Blanc Howell Mountain 2023

Critical Acclaim: 97 pts Decanter; 96 pts Jeb Dunnuck.

About the Winery: Arkenstone grows this Bordeaux-inspired white on its Howell Mountain estate in Napa Valley.

About the Wine: Called Estate Blanc by the winery, the 2023 is 93% Sauvignon Blanc and 7% Sémillon. The Sémillon lends texture and breadth to the wine’s energetic Sauvignon Blanc core.

Tasting Notes: Citrus, apricot and stony mineral notes lead into a textured, bright palate.

"Candied mineral notes layer with apricot and kumquat, slate-tinged citrus peel" - Decanter.

"This is one classy, age-worthy white" - Jeb Dunnuck.

Serving Suggestion: Serve cool with oysters, grilled prawns, roast chicken or goat cheese. Give it a few minutes out of the refrigerator before pouring.

Varietal: 93% Sauvignon Blanc and 7% Sémillon.