WINEMAKER NOTES

This elegant blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc offers a harmonious balance of fruit and subtle oak influences. The nose is characterized by aromatics of lemon verbena, white flowers, and green apple, with deeper hints of honeydew melon, vanilla, and tobacco. On the palate, the green apple and white peach flavors are complemented by a refreshing touch of lime and mint, leading to a creamy, oak-accented finish with lingering tobacco notes.

WINEMAKING TECHNIQUES

We harvest the grapes early in the morning to ensure cool processing of fruit. After gentle pressing of the juices, the wine is fermented in oak barrels under temperature-controlled conditions. After fermentation, the wine is racked twice, then blended for clarity and harmony, and bottled four months later.

FRUIT SOURCE: INDIAN SPRINGS RANCH VINEYARD

The Indian Springs Ranch Vineyard is located in the Sonoma Valley. The Sauvignon Blanc Vineyard is planted on a north facing rocky river terrace slope. The soils in this vineyard are from the Glen Ellen alluvial formation. The FPMS 01 clone selected for this vineyard has a long history tracing back to 1880’s when the El Mocho vineyard was first planted with clippings from the famed Chateau d’ Yquem Sauvignon Blanc Vineyards. This clone is very unique and responds well to the alluvial soils in the Sonoma Valley. The Semillon for this blend comes from the same vineyards, though it is located more on the valley floor just below a pond on the property. It is the lowest part of the vineyards that we feel is superb for the Semillon. We chose Semillon to blend with Sauvignon Blanc to create a broader wine on the palate with more viscosity than you get with 100% Sauvignon Blanc.

VINTAGE NOTES

The 2023 vintage for Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc is marked by its balanced and expressive nature. The favorable weather conditions have produced wines with excellent fruit quality, vibrant acidity, and complex aromatics. Both varietals offer great potential for enjoyment in their youth and can also develop further complexity with a few years of bottle aging.

THE WINERY

Bailarín Cellars was created in 2014 by a collective of family and friends, each following their respective passions. Together, we focus on producing small lots of handcrafted wines from unique vineyard sources. We are proud to share the fruits of our labor and love with you.