Quintessa
Illumination Sauvignon Blanc
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![Jay Kline Jay Kline](https://s3.amazonaws.com/delectable-profile-photos/jay-kline-1392977827-c349cb8a483b_250x250.jpg)
Sublime. One of the best New World Sauvignon Blancs I’ve had.
Sublime. One of the best New World Sauvignon Blancs I’ve had.
1 person found it helpfulOct 24th, 2017![Sipping Fine Wine Sipping Fine Wine](https://s3.amazonaws.com/delectable-profile-photos/billalvarez1-1454193230-1df8978dc7ff_250x250.jpg)
The wine was clear, clean and had a bright sunshine yellow color. Aromas of green fruit and citrus were noted along with some floral edges. The wine is a blend of 49% Sauvignon Blanc Musqué, 36% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillon; 67% of the grapes came from Napa and 33% from Sonoma. The palate showed sweet ripe grapefruits, fleshy apple and some lemony nuances. The finish was better than medium, showing some spice and a touch of earthy minerals. Outstanding!
The wine was clear, clean and had a bright sunshine yellow color. Aromas of green fruit and citrus were noted along with some floral edges. The wine is a blend of 49% Sauvignon Blanc Musqué, 36% Sauvignon Blanc, 15% Semillon; 67% of the grapes came from Napa and 33% from Sonoma. The palate showed sweet ripe grapefruits, fleshy apple and some lemony nuances. The finish was better than medium, showing some spice and a touch of earthy minerals. Outstanding!
1 person found it helpfulMar 2nd, 2016![David L David L](https://s3.amazonaws.com/delectable-profile-photos/davida-lentine-1439492205-5818be9d922e_250x250.jpg)
13' illumination SB(Quintessa).Two thirds NAPA one third Sonama. Great balance! Back to back good bottles of wine with the 12 & 13' vintage. Can't miss!
13' illumination SB(Quintessa).Two thirds NAPA one third Sonama. Great balance! Back to back good bottles of wine with the 12 & 13' vintage. Can't miss!
1 person found it helpfulFeb 12th, 2016![Rebecca Fletcher Rebecca Fletcher](https://s3.amazonaws.com/delectable-profile-photos/rebecca-fletcher-1381162512-759477b8fa93.jpg)
Citrus lime. M+ acid. Long lingering finish. Crisp and clean.
Citrus lime. M+ acid. Long lingering finish. Crisp and clean.
Aug 21st, 2015![Mike Anderson Mike Anderson](https://s3.amazonaws.com/delectable-profile-photos/mike-anderson-4-1412962243-b09e498525fc_250x250.jpg)
This was good... Like really good... It has been a while since a Sauv Blanc stopped me in my tracks.
This was good... Like really good... It has been a while since a Sauv Blanc stopped me in my tracks.
Apr 10th, 2015![Jeremy Shanker Jeremy Shanker](https://s3.amazonaws.com/delectable-profile-photos/jeremy-shanker-1402167063-5c8e780aabc6_250x250.jpg)
Definitely not the style of SB I gravitate towards. It's a good wine and if I had a qualm it is only that for my palate it comes across manipulated and clumsy.
Definitely not the style of SB I gravitate towards. It's a good wine and if I had a qualm it is only that for my palate it comes across manipulated and clumsy.
Mar 16th, 2015![Christopher Wisner Christopher Wisner](https://s3.amazonaws.com/delectable-profile-photos/christopher-wisner-1412613663-b15cdd5cb890_250x250.jpg)
Ripe fruit, balancing acidity. Just a good glass of wine.
Ripe fruit, balancing acidity. Just a good glass of wine.
Feb 17th, 2015![Mark Mannebach Mark Mannebach](https://dn4y07yc47w5p.cloudfront.net/avatar_m_250.png)
Crisp smooth with some complexity. Excellent Sauvignon Blanc
Crisp smooth with some complexity. Excellent Sauvignon Blanc
Apr 22nd, 2024![Mark Mannebach Mark Mannebach](https://dn4y07yc47w5p.cloudfront.net/avatar_m_250.png)
Lemon and citrus. A lot of minerality like a Sancerre. Complex for Sauv Blanc.
Lemon and citrus. A lot of minerality like a Sancerre. Complex for Sauv Blanc.
Jan 23rd, 2024