Sauvignon Blanc Reserve
⏳ Drinking Window
2023 - 2028
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Goat cheese salad, grilled seafood, herbed roast chicken
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the wind-swept corridors of Monterey County, Scheid Vineyards' Reserve Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant testament to the region's unique 'thermal rainbow' microclimate. Sourced from estate-grown blocks where the chilly marine winds from Monterey Bay slow ripening, the grapes develop intense, concentrated flavors while retaining a brilliant, crisp acidity. The winemaking team carefully selects the finest lots, utilizing cold fermentation primarily in stainless steel to preserve the grape's natural vivacity, occasionally incorporating subtle lees stirring to build a rich, textured mouthfeel. This wine captures the essence of Monterey's cool-climate viticulture, offering a beautiful balance of bright citrus, exotic tropical fruit, and a distinctive mineral backbone that reflects the stony soils of the Salinas Valley.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneering wine estate nestled in the heart of Monterey County's Salinas Valley in California. Over five decades, the family-owned operation has expanded across twelve distinct estate vineyards, leveraging the dramatic maritime cooling of the Monterey Bay to cultivate diverse grape varieties. Committed to forward-thinking stewardship, the winery is entirely powered by renewable wind energy and follows rigorous certified sustainable farming practices. Scheid Vineyards is celebrated for its diverse portfolio of vibrant white, red, and rosé wines, producing acclaimed varietal bottlings such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Albariño, and Barbera, alongside handcrafted cuvées like the Claret Reserve.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Sauvignon Blanc