Fume Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed fresh, within 1 to 3 years of vintage release, to fully appreciate its vibrant fruit character and crisp acidity.
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Excellent when paired with grilled seafood, herb-roasted chicken, or artisanal goat cheese salads.
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Beringer, established in 1876 by brothers Jacob and Frederick Beringer, stands as Napa Valley's oldest continuously operating winery. Their Fumé Blanc is a tribute to the historic California style of Sauvignon Blanc, a term famously coined in the late 1960s to denote a dry, sometimes oak-influenced expression of the grape. Crafted primarily from Sauvignon Blanc, Beringer’s rendition beautifully balances the grape's natural, vibrant acidity with a rounder texture. This is achieved through a thoughtful combination of cool stainless steel fermentation to preserve bright citrus, melon, and stone fruit aromas, alongside partial aging in seasoned French oak barrels. The result is an expressive white wine that captures the generous California sunshine while paying homage to traditional winemaking heritage.
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Founded in 1876 by German brothers Jacob and Frederick Beringer, Beringer Vineyards is the oldest continuously operating winery in California's Napa Valley, located in the historic town of St. Helena. Renowned for its pioneering gravity-fed stone winery and historic hand-dug aging tunnels, the estate has spent nearly a century and a half perfecting its craft across exceptional Napa and Sonoma terroirs. Beringer is celebrated for its commitment to quality, notably exemplified by its flagship Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and Private Reserve Chardonnay, alongside acclaimed single-vineyard expressions like Bancroft Ranch. Today, the estate remains a benchmark of Napa Valley winemaking, blending rich heritage with a dedication to expressive, structured, and age-worthy wines.