Sauvignon Blanc
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–4 years from the vintage release to fully appreciate its vibrant acidity and fresh, mineral-driven character.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Fresh oysters on the half shell, artisanal goat cheese, grilled white fish with lemon and herbs
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Kerloo Cellars' Sauvignon Blanc is a brilliant showcase of Ryan Crane's minimalist winemaking philosophy, offering a textured, mineral-driven expression that stands apart from more tropical New World styles. Sourced primarily from the cooler, high-elevation sites of the Yakima Valley—most notably the legendary Boushey Vineyard—the fruit benefits from dramatic diurnal temperature shifts that preserve its electric, natural acidity. To build complexity and a refined mouthfeel without sacrificing freshness, Crane employs a combination of concrete egg fermentation and neutral French oak aging. This technique coaxes out a flinty, wet-stone minerality and a beautiful weight on the palate, paying homage to the classic, soil-expressive Sauvignon Blancs of the Loire Valley while retaining a distinct Washington State identity.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 2007 by winemaker Ryan Crane in Walla Walla, Washington, Kerloo Cellars is named after the distinctive call of the near-extinct Whooping Crane. The winery is dedicated to producing low-intervention, terroir-driven wines that highlight the diverse microclimates of the Columbia Valley and Walla Walla Valley. Sourcing fruit from esteemed sites such as Boushey, Upland, and Lonesome Spring Ranch, Kerloo focuses on crafting exceptional Rhône and Spanish-style expressions, including vibrant Syrah, Grenache, and Tempranillo, alongside crisp, mineral-driven Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay.