The Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

The Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc is a single vineyard, 100% Sauvignon Blanc from Lake County, California, bottled at 750ml with an ABV between 13.2% and 13.9% depending on vintage. Produced by Art+Farm Wine and awarded 88 points from Wine Enthusiast, this dry white stands out for its tropical intensity balanced by crisp, food-friendly acidity.

Quick Facts: ABV: 13.2–13.9% (varies by vintage)  |  Origin: Lake County, California  |  100% Sauvignon Blanc  |  Producer: Art+Farm Wine

Production & Heritage

Art+Farm Wine was founded in 2005 by Kat and Rob McDonald, based in Napa Valley. The name carries meaning: "the girls" is the winemakers' term of endearment for their vines, and every wine in "The Girls in the Vineyard" series is a single vineyard expression designed to reflect a specific site. Sourced from Lake County—a high-elevation appellation north of Napa known for volcanic soils and warm days tempered by cool nights—this Sauvignon Blanc channels the bright, fruit-forward character the region is increasingly recognized for.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with ripe honeydew melon and cucumber, giving way to a bowl of fresh summer fruit—think July at its peak. A subtle thread of minerality anchors the aromatics beneath the tropical top notes.

Taste: On entry, bright citrus leads—lime zest and crisp pineapple dominate the front palate. At mid-palate, melon flavors expand with a smooth, rounded texture, while just enough acidity keeps everything lively and focused. The wine is delightfully dry, never veering into sweetness despite its fruit intensity.

Finish: The finish is long and clean, trailing off with lemongrass, a whisper of fig, and lingering citrus. A gentle herbal quality—reminiscent of fresh-cut grass—adds complexity as the wine fades.

How to Drink Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc

Serve well chilled, between 45–50°F, to let the aromatics bloom without muting the acidity. This is a wine built for the table, so pairing with food is the ideal serve. A Sauvignon Blanc Spritz (wine, soda water, elderflower liqueur) works beautifully, letting the melon and citrus shine through a lighter format. A classic Hugo Cocktail is another natural fit, as the wine's herbal lemongrass notes complement mint and elderflower. For a simple warm-weather drink, try a White Wine Sangria with fresh pineapple and lime to amplify the tropical profile already present in the glass.

Best For

• Weeknight dinners where a bright, food-friendly white anchors the meal
• Summer entertaining and outdoor gatherings with shared plates
• Introducing friends to single vineyard California Sauvignon Blanc
• Gifting to wine drinkers who appreciate small-production, story-driven labels

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc taste like? It delivers ripe citrus and fresh-cut pineapple upfront, followed by honeydew melon on a smooth, dry palate, finishing with lemongrass and fig. The overall impression is bright, tropical, and lively without any residual sweetness.

How does Girls In The Vineyard compare to Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc? Lake County sits at higher elevation than most Napa Valley vineyard sites, which tends to produce bolder fruit intensity and slightly firmer acidity in Sauvignon Blanc. Girls In The Vineyard leans more tropical and herbaceous than the often grassier, more restrained style found in many Napa bottlings.

Is Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc good for pairing with food? Absolutely—Art+Farm specifically designed this wine to be enjoyed with food, and its bright acidity and dry profile make it a natural companion at the dinner table.

Where is Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc made? It is produced by Art+Farm Wine, a small Napa-based operation founded in 2005 by Kat and Rob McDonald, using single vineyard fruit sourced from Lake County, California.

What foods pair well with Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc? Fresh goat cheese or chèvre salads complement the wine's acidity. Grilled white fish or shrimp ceviche echo its citrus notes. Thai green papaya salad mirrors the tropical and herbal character. Light pasta dishes with lemon-butter sauce let the wine's fruit take center stage. Fresh oysters on the half shell highlight its minerality.

What sizes does Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle.

Is Girls In The Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc worth the price? It positions as a small-production, single vineyard California Sauvignon Blanc, placing it in the mid-premium tier—a step above mass-market whites but accessible for regular enjoyment, with its 88-point Wine Enthusiast score reinforcing solid quality at this level.

Why Girls In The Vineyard?

Single vineyard Sauvignon Blanc from California is not common at this price tier, and the Lake County sourcing gives this wine a distinct identity within a market dominated by Napa and Sonoma labels. Art+Farm's intentional focus on site-specific expression—naming the vines themselves "the girls"—reflects a winemaking philosophy rooted in terroir rather than formula. The 88-point Wine Enthusiast rating confirms that the approach translates to the glass. For drinkers seeking a California Sauvignon Blanc with personality, provenance, and genuine food-pairing versatility, this bottle delivers on all three counts.