Flavour Profile

Michael Mondavi

Michael Mondavi Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc

Name: Michael Mondavi Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc
Brand: Michael Mondavi
Price: null USD
Rating: 4 (0 reviews)

United States, Napa

White wine

4.0

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Michael Mondavi Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc is a premium white wine produced by Michael Mondavi Family Estate, a renowned winery in Napa Valley, California. The wine is made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes grown in the Animo Vineyard, which is located on the eastern hills of the valley and benefits from the cool ocean breeze and volcanic soils. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, gentle pressing, and fermentation in French oak barrels, resulting in a complex and elegant wine with aromas of citrus, white flowers, and vanilla. The wine is known for its vibrant acidity, rich texture, and long finish, making it a perfect match for seafood, salads, and light dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Michael Mondavi Animo Heritage Sauvignon Blanc is a bright and vibrant wine, with aromas of ripe citrus, fresh cut grass, and a hint of tropical fruit.On the palate, this wine is light and refreshing, with flavors of lemon, grapefruit, and green apple. The finish is crisp, with a refreshing acidity that lingers. This is a great wine to enjoy on its own or with light seafood dishes.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

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2045

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Generous

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Sauvignon Blanc

ORIGINS

Winery: Michael Mondavi

Region: Napa

Nestled in the heart of California, USA, Napa is a renowned wine region that has been producing some of the world's finest wines for over 150 years. With its stunning scenery, unique climate and diverse topography, Napa is a paradise for wine lovers. The history of winemaking in Napa dates back to the mid-19th century, when a group of European immigrants settled in the area and began planting vineyards. By the late 19th century, Napa had become a major wine-producing region, with a number of wineries producing high-quality wines. Today, Napa is one of the most important wine regions in the world, with over 400 wineries producing some of the finest wines in the world.

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