100% Sauvignon Blanc100% Neutral French Oak – fermented in and aged for 3 months
Feral Sauvignon Blanc is made using native, wild yeast for fermentation. Native fermentation occurs when no commercial yeast is added to the pressed juice.
100% Sauvignon Blanc
100% Neutral French Oak – fermented in and aged for 3 months
pH: 3.10
No Residual Sugar
TA (total Acidity): 0.88 grams/100mL
Alc/Vol: 12.9%
0% malolactic fermentation
Vintage: Aged 3 months in neutral oak.
I dedicate this wine to the esteemed Loire Valley vigneron Didier Dagueneau,
the man who inspired me to reach beyond my comfort zone and produce wines that
do not adhere to the expected but rather strive to make wines that surpass even
my own concept of place, purity, and excellence. I made Feral with this in mind
in hopes of emulating his irreverent spirit and independent attitude for our
craft. Fermented with native yeast in neutral French oak barrels, this Sauvignon
Blanc has focus and clarity to showcase an incredible vineyard. I want to thank
Jim and Ryan from Evergreen Vineyard, and Ole for evoking the epiphany.
We love the flint and mineral tones that native fermentation brings out in Sauvignon Blanc.
It also enhances truly distinct grapefruit aromas that are only found in Sauvignon
Blanc fermented this way. The mouth-feel is luscious, with focus and crispness.
This wine possesses a full mid-palate and a very long, delicious finish.
--Brennon Leighton, Winemaker
90 Points - Wine Enthusiast