Merry Edwards - Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley 2022 (750ml)
Price: $47.00
#16 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2024
| Producer | Merry Edwards |
| Country | USA |
| Region | California |
| Subregion | Sonoma |
| Varietal | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Sku | 9991 |
| Size | 750ml |
Wine Spectator: 95 Points
A stunning white this leaps out of the glass with aromatic mango orange blossom and salted ripe melon flavors. Gains complexity from grilled peach lemon oil savory litsea oil and toasted herb elements with a fleshy creamy texture and fresh acidity. Drink now through 2029. Highly Recommened.
James Suckling: 92 Points
A layered and creamy white with melon apple puree and hints of kiwi. Medium body creamy and lovely al dente finish. Just a hint of sweetness. Drink now.
Jeb Dunnuck: 92 Points
A bright silver color the 2022 Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley is an exuberant white with lots of personality in its aromas of quince citrus blossoms and fresh chive as well as softer floral and tropical tones with flinty lift. Medium to full-bodied it has a rounded and supple texture. A wine with a cult following this is in a great place now but should provide an open window over the coming 6-8 years. It is an exciting period for this estate as they are now starting to release the first few vintages produced since Merry Edwards’ retirement in 2000. Heidi Von Der Mehden joined as her successor in 2015 working closely alongside the founder for five years leading up to her departure. In 2019 the estate was purchased by the exceptional Champagne house of Louis Roederer. While long-time fans of the estate will continue to have their go-to wines in the range from the Russian River Valley the estate has also been expanding north into the Anderson Valley and those wines are fantastic additions to the estate’s portfolio offering a lot of finesse and nuance. - Audrey Frick for Jebdunnuck.com
Wine Advocate: 90 Points
The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc has gregarious aromas of white peach kiwi and citrus blossoms. The light-bodied palate is bursting with tropical fruit. It has a soft rounded texture mouthwatering acidity and a long flavorful finish.
