2024 Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley, California, USA

ABOUT THIS WINE

Sourced from carefully selected vineyard sites, the wine is made primarily from Sauvignon Blanc, with a small portion of Sémillon adding richness and mid-palate weight. Winemaker Tony Biagi employs a combination of stainless steel and French oak fermentation and aging, preserving the variety's bright citrus and tropical fruit while lending subtle texture and nuance.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Founded in 1992 by Jeff Smith and now led by Jeff and his wife, Carolyn, Hourglass farms two exceptional estate vineyards in Calistoga: the original Hourglass Estate and the Blueline Estate, where volcanic soils, gravel, and fractured shale naturally produce low yields of intensely concentrated fruit. Under the direction of acclaimed winemaker Tony Biagi, Hourglass has refined a style that emphasizes vineyard expression over excess. Biagi, whose résumé includes PlumpJack, Cade, and a number of Napa Valley's most sought-after Cabernet programs, is known for crafting wines that marry power with freshness, structure, and remarkable finesse. His thoughtful, hands-on approach in both the vineyard and cellar allows each site to speak clearly while preserving balance and age-worthiness.