2024 AXR - Sauvignon Blanc Napa (750ml)

Origins and Craft

From a historic Napa Valley estate with more than 130 years of winemaking legacy, the 2024 AXR Sauvignon Blanc embodies a storied lineage that dates back to 1886, when California’s first female vintner helped shape the region. The name honors the AxR1 rootstock—Aramon crossed with Rupestris—a cornerstone in the development of California’s modern wine industry. Under the guidance of winemaker and partner Jean Hoefliger, AXR blends exacting vineyard practices with contemporary winemaking to capture Napa Valley’s varied terroirs in a single, expressive bottle. This bottling hails from a single Oak Knoll District vineyard, delivering a wine that’s vibrant, versatile, and equally suited as an aperitif or paired with a wide range of dishes.

Aromatics

Expect an aromatic burst of citrus blossom alongside tropical fruit notes, with a mineral edge reminiscent of crushed rocks that lifts the bouquet and signals its hillside precision.

Taste Profile

The palate is crisp and refreshing, opening bright and evolving through a mineral mid-palate. Flavors of crushed peach and apricot lead to a lingering finish of grapefruit and starfruit, creating a layered and food-friendly Sauvignon Blanc with real depth beyond the grape’s typical citrus-driven profile.

Vintage Character

Critics have praised the 2024 vintage as distinctive and stylish, offering a fleshy, juicy mix of lemon curd, candied orange peel, mango, and grilled peach flavors that round out the wine’s profile while preserving its bright Sauvignon Blanc backbone.

Terroir and Winemaking

This wine is grounded in Napa Valley’s Oak Knoll District, reflecting the nuanced character of this region. Under winemaker Jean Hoefliger, AXR combines meticulous vineyard practices with modern techniques to express the site’s character through a wine that remains distinctly Sauvignon Blanc while offering additional depth and texture.

Food Pairing

• Shellfish
• Goat cheese
• Light Californian cuisine