Dry Creek Vineyard – 2008 Fumé Blanc

January 24, 2010

The Facts:

Dry Creek Vineyard has been producing Fumé Blanc in Dry Creek Valley for close to 40 years. Founder Dave Stare first planted it in 1972. In that time it has remained the benchmark white wine they produce. The 2008 Dry Creek Vineyard Fumé Blanc is made from fruit sourced in Dry Creek Valley and Sonoma County at large. The fruit was picked from vines having an average age of 10 years. Fermentation was accomplished in stainless steel over a 30 day period. Just fewer than 22,000 cases of this vintage were produced and the suggested retail price is $12.

Gabe’s Take:

Dry Creek Vineyard has a number of different selections that are produced using the Sauvignon Blanc grape. Some of them are single vineyard efforts and one limited to a single clone. The Sonoma County Fumé Blanc however is their workhorse wine. This is the selection from them that you’re most likely to easily find on the shelves of your local wine shop. In some ways that makes it their most important wine.  The question of course is how does the 2008 stack up?

The inviting and fragrant nose of this 2008 Fumé Blanc displays grapefruit, kiwi, quince, and lemon zest. The palate of this wine is smooth and generously flavored; loaded with fruit. Citrus characteristics dominate but orchard and tropical fruit flavors play a significant role as well. Apricot and mango notes kick in around mid-palate and continue through the finish which also shows hints of mineral, white pepper and subtle vanilla. Well integrated acidity provides the framework. This Fumé Blanc is delicious on its own but is also an excellent match with lighter to medium bodied dishes.

The bottom line for me is that this 2008 Fumé Blanc is a classic example of the varietal from the folks who literally put it on Dry Creek Valley’s map. For $12, less if you shop around, this wine is a bargain and an excellent choice as a go to white. Its overall consistency fromyear to year makes this a selection you can count on.

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Posted by Gabe | Filed Under Gabe, Sauvignon Blanc, Wine, Wine Review 

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