2019 Peter Michael Winery Sauvignon Blanc l'Apres Midi

Sauvignon Blanc - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 97 JD 95 VN 94 DC 93 WA 93 WS 93
JS 97

jamessuckling.com, January 2021

Aromas of green mango, cooked pear, lemon curd and quince. Lemon wax, flint and toasted almonds, too. It’s full-bodied with a creamy, oily texture. Dense and phenolic with fantastic concentration. Yet, it remains agile...
JD 95

jebdunnuck.com, July 2021

One of the finest expressions of this variety I was able to taste for this report, the 2019 Sauvignon Blanc L'Apres-Midi has a rich, concentrated, medium to full-bodied style as well as stunning notes of stone fruits...
VN 94

Vinous, January 2022

The 2019 Sauvignon Blanc L'Après-Midi is a powerful, savory wine that really needs to be served at the dinner table. Dried pear, sage, mint, dried flowers all grace the 2019. L'Après-Midi emerges from six blocks in Les...
DC 93

Decanter, March 2021

Splitting the difference between herbaceous, musky and grassy, with its aromas of chervil, fresh bread, dried thyme and jasmine. The inclusion of 10% Semillon is immediately apparent on the palate, thanks to its resinous...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2021

The 2019 Sauvignon Blanc l'Apres Midi is composed of 90% Sauvignon Blanc (one-third is Musque Clone) and 10% Semillon, grown alongside Les Pavots in Knights Valley. Due to issues with fruit set, the crop was naturally a...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, October 2021

Effusive and elegant, focused and intense, with honeysuckle overtones to the lemon curd, ruby grapefruit and Fuji apple flavors. Hints of pineapple and candied ginger linger on the fresh finish. Drink now. — MW

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Sauvignon Blanc
Country USA
Region California
Sub-region North Coast
Appellation Sonoma
Vintage 2019
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14.8%
Closure Cork

The 2019 Peter Michael Winery Sauvignon Blanc l'Apres Midi is a truly exceptional white wine that showcases the best of California's North Coast region. With its vibrant flavors, impeccable balance, and luxurious texture, this wine is a true delight for the senses.

In the glass, the wine displays a pale straw color, hinting at its freshness and elegance. The nose is immediately captivated by aromas of green mango, cooked pear, lemon curd, and quince. As the wine opens up, additional layers of lemon wax, flint, and toasted almonds emerge, adding complexity and depth to the bouquet.

On the palate, this Sauvignon Blanc truly shines. It is full-bodied with a creamy, oily texture that coats the mouth in a luxurious embrace. The wine displays fantastic concentration, with dense and phenolic characteristics that give it a weighty presence. Despite its intensity, the wine remains agile and perfectly balanced, showcasing the winemaker's skill and expertise.

The 2019 Peter Michael Winery Sauvignon Blanc l'Apres Midi is a blend of 90% Sauvignon Blanc and 10% Semillon. This combination adds further richness and complexity to the wine, with the Semillon imparting a pleasant oiliness to the texture. The wine finishes with impressive length, leaving a lasting impression on the palate.

Renowned wine critic James Suckling awarded this wine an outstanding score of 97 points, praising its concentration and balance. Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also gave it a score of 93 points, highlighting its exuberant fruit flavors and pleasant oiliness. Jeb Dunnuck was equally impressed, awarding it 95 points and describing it as one of the finest expressions of the variety.

Overall, the 2019 Peter Michael Winery Sauvignon Blanc l'Apres Midi is a wine of exceptional quality and craftsmanship. It is a true testament to the winery's dedication to producing outstanding wines that reflect the unique terroir of California's North Coast. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for future enjoyment, this wine is sure to impress even the most discerning wine connoisseur.