2024 Croft Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc
VINTAGE HIGHLIGHTS
After a cool spring, the first notable heat came to Oregon in mid-to late June when the berries were in the early stage of development, followed by a weeklong heat wave in July. Fruit came in as usual with slightly small berries from the July heat. August brought slightly warmer than average temperatures followed by September, which was a roller coaster for temperatures with record breaking heat early and late in the month, sandwiching a very cool period in between. October continued a run of very nice conditions to end the 2024 vintage. Generally mild to warm temperatures and not much precipitation until late in October made for a vintage with little to no pressure to pick until the fruit was showing its best flavors and acidity.
After a cool spring, the first notable heat came to Oregon in mid-to late June when the berries were in the early stage of development, followed by a weeklong heat wave in July. Fruit came in as usual with slightly small berries from the July heat. August brought slightly warmer than average temperatures followed by September, which was a roller coaster for temperatures with record breaking heat early and late in the month, sandwiching a very cool period in between. October continued a run of very nice conditions to end the 2024 vintage. Generally mild to warm temperatures and not much precipitation until late in October made for a vintage with little to no pressure to pick until the fruit was showing its best flavors and acidity.
WINE PROFILE
On the nose, our 2024 Croft Sauvignon Blanc has ripe grapefruit and a hint of herbal grass. On the palate you will find grapefruit, zesty citrus rinds, and a touch of wet stone minerality on the finish.
On the nose, our 2024 Croft Sauvignon Blanc has ripe grapefruit and a hint of herbal grass. On the palate you will find grapefruit, zesty citrus rinds, and a touch of wet stone minerality on the finish.
SCORES
2023 vintage - 92 points Vinous
STORY
We once again had the privilege to work with Croft Vineyards, a second generation family owned vineyard, located in the southwest corner of Salem. They are one of the few sites in the Willamette Valley growing beautiful Sauvignon Blanc.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2024
Alcohol %
14.25