Don Sebastiani & Sons Announces New Release: Delish California Sauvignon Blanc
23 Sep 2014 --- Fourth-Generation Sonoma vintners Don Sebastiani & Sons unveiled a new ultra-premium Sauvignon Blanc comprised of some of the best appellations in California. Delish is an evocative, fun and indulgent Sauvignon Blanc showcasing the best of California.
California, home to a wide variety of appellations and microclimates, produces some exceptional Sauvignon Blanc fruit. The Delish 2013 California Sauvignon Blanc fruit represents some wonderful terroir diversity: 34% from the Sonoma County sub-appellations of Alexander Valley, Russian River Valley, Knights Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Sonoma Valley, 19% from Paso Robles, 18% from San Joaquin County, 17% from Lodi and the balance from Clarksburg.
"The inaugural 2013 vintage features enticing aromas of citrus, tropical fruits, garden-fresh herbs, green grass and Bosc pear. On the palate there is a beautiful balance of brightness and freshness complemented by the subtle creaminess of a portion of the blend undergoing malolactic fermentation plus gentle lees stirring. The complement of French Colombard imparts subtle tropical fruit flavors of lemon and pineapple on the lingering finish. The herbal and citrus flavors are balanced by crisp acidity and the natural sweetness of the fruit – a truly Delish Sauvignon Blanc", quips Don Sebastiani & Sons winemaker Gloria Mercado-Martin.
"Ultra-premium Sauvignon Blanc is a hot and growing category and with Delish we're offering a very well made wine to consumers who want a quality wine that's fun and enjoyable. Our Delish features a whimsical set of ice cream cones leading you down the path – pour yourself a scoop of Delish," said Don Sebastiani & Sons proprietor Donny Sebastiani. "Wine is meant for all occasions and generations and Delish is our fun high quality Sauvignon Blanc. We couldn't be happier about this offering."
Delish will be broadly distributed throughout the U.S. with a focus on retailers looking to offer their consumers something new, Delish and fun - cold box placements will be a priority to encourage impulse purchases. The Delish label design features a whimsical trio of ice cream cones on a thick textured paper stock in a consumer friendly screw cap closure for easy enjoyment. The crisp green and white color accents are soothing and refreshing – truly a Delish wine.
