Bernardus 2024 Griva Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is a vibrant, elegantly expressive white that balances juicy tropical and citrus fruit with bright minerality and refreshing acidity. It’s a beautifully crafted wine for those who enjoy lively, aromatic whites — perfect for sipping chilled on its own or paired with light, fresh cuisine.
Origins & Craftsmanship
This wine originates from the “Griva Vineyard,” a single-vineyard block in Monterey County, California, historically known for producing aromatic Sauvignon Blanc from the Musqué clone. Grapes are hand-harvested selectively to ensure balanced ripeness and concentrated flavor. A portion of the blend includes Semillon, which adds weight and richness. After fermentation, a careful portion of the wine spends a short time in older French oak, but the majority is aged in stainless steel — a regimen chosen to preserve freshness, fruit purity, and mineral clarity rather than impose heavy oak influence.
Tasting Profile
Nose: Crisp lime zest and grapefruit peel, white peach, a touch of tropical guava/pineapple, hints of wet stone or oyster-shell minerality, and subtle herbaceous freshness reminiscent of sage or cut grass.
Palate: Vibrant citrus (grapefruit, lemon), white-peach flesh, delicate tropical undertones (pineapple or guava), bright acidity, and a mineral seam that keeps the wine sleek and balanced. A faint herbaceous lift and light textural grip from the Semillon frame the fruit.
Finish: Clean, refreshing, medium-long — citrus linger, a touch of stone-fruit sweetness, and lingering mineral brightness that invites another sip.
Quick Overview
| Attribute |
Details |
| ABV / Proof |
~13–13.5% ABV (typical for Monterey Sauvignon Blanc) |
| Origin / Region |
Griva Vineyard, Monterey County, California, USA |
| Production / Type |
Single-vineyard Sauvignon Blanc with a small portion of Semillon |
| Aging / Maturation |
Majority stainless steel; small portion older French oak for texture |
| Aromas & Flavors |
Lime zest, grapefruit, white peach, tropical fruit, wet stone minerality, fresh herbs |
| Style / Identity |
Crisp, aromatic California white — vibrant, mineral-driven, versatile |
