2022 To Kalon Reserve Fumé Blanc

$95

Total $95.00
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Boasting aromas of peach, yellow jasmine and flavors of tropical fruits, this wine has a fresh and lively body with a good density and acidity through a lingering finish.

Mango
Tropical Fruits
Touch of Spice

Peach
Jasmine
Citrus
Mango
Herb
Lemon Verbena

To Kalon is situated on prime benchland in west Oakville. The well-drained soils combine with ideal sun exposure to yield rich,
complex flavors and flawless fruit maturity. The Sauvignon Blanc in this blend is sourced primarily from the Monastery Block at the northern end of To Kalon and offers a beautiful tropical and stone fruit character. A portion of the blend comes from V Block, offering youthful, higher-toned fruit with great juiciness and freshness. A small amount of Sémillon adds viscosity and texture to the finished wine.

Pts. Jeb Dunnuck "In contrast to the classic release, the 2022 Fumé Blanc Reserve To Kalon Vineyard is much racier and more mineral-driven. Clean stone fruits, white flowers, chalk, and subtle minty notes all define the aromatics, and it reminds me of a great vintage of Dagueneau’s Silex with its tight, inward, mineral-laced profile. With medium-bodied richness, terrific concentration, integrated yet high acidity, and a great finish, give bottles a few years and enjoy over the following decade." - Jeb Dunnuck, January 8, 2025
Pts. James Suckling "A well-polished yet muscular red that balances creaminess with lightly chewy tannins. It's deep in black cherries, blackcurrants, red cherries and hints of black olives. Full-bodied and packed with fine-grained tannins, but still nicely plush in texture. Blended with 7% petit verdot, 5% cabernet franc, 1% malbec and 1% merlot. Drink now or hold." - Jim Gordon, James Suckling, January 31, 2025
Pts. Wine Advocate "Mondavi's 2022 Fume Blanc The Reserve To Kalon Vineyard includes 5% Sémillon and comes from the Monastery Block of the vineyard. It's 91% barrel fermented in 35% new French oak, with the other 9% going into concrete. Fig, pear, and pineapple notes are accented on the nose by spicy oak and hints of honey, while the medium to full-bodied palate is round yet finishes clean, crisp, long, and mouthwatering." - Joe Czerwinski, Wine Advocate, October 17, 2024

Vintage 2022

Varietal Fumé Blanc

Composition 95% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Sémillon