ACCOLADES
97 Points "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, JebDunnuck.com, January 2025
93 Points "Classic aromas of gooseberry and melon, with appealing notes of papaya. Medium-full with very good acidity and a long, satisfying finish with a hint of bell pepper. Beautiful expression of Fumé Blanc; enjoy now or over the next 5-7 years."
- Tom Hyland, Forbes, January 2025
92 Points "Mondavi's 2022 Fumé 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 2024
COMPOSITION
Vintage 2022
Varietal Fumé Blanc
Appellation Oakville, Napa Valley
95% Sauvignon Blanc, 5% Sémillon
VINEYARD
THE VINEYARD: 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.
THE VINTAGE: Overall, the 2022 vintage was a mild, dry, and very pleasant growing season through August. The fruit for our To Kalon Reserve Fumé Blanc was hand harvested before a heat surge. The juice was cool fermented in a combination of French oak barrels (29% new) and concrete fermentation eggs. The wine remained on the lees for nine months to balance the natural acidity with texture and richness until coming out of barrel for bottling.
TASTING NOTES
Aromas: Peach, yellow jasmine, citrus, and mango with herb and lemon
Flavors: Mango and other tropical fruits with a touch of barrel spice
Body: Fresh, lively, and juicy with a good density and acidity through a lingering finish
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