Two Angels Sauvignon Blanc

Two Angels Sauvignon Blanc is a 100% Sauvignon Blanc from California's High Valley AVA, bottled at 14.2% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Scored 92 points by Tasting Panel and 91 points by James Suckling, this high-elevation white consistently earns critical recognition for its vibrant acidity and layered fruit character.

Quick Facts: ABV: 14.2%  |  Origin: High Valley AVA, Lake County, California  |  Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc  |  Producer: Shannon Ridge Estate (Kreps Family)

Production & Heritage

Two Angels is produced by the Kreps family from grapes grown exclusively on the Shannon Ridge Estate in Lake County's High Valley AVA. The vineyards sit at elevations between 1,360 and 2,000 feet on the slopes of Mount Konocti, an ancient volcano whose well-drained hillside soils and cooler daytime temperatures create ideal growing conditions. This elevated terrain receives roughly 10% more UV light than neighboring sea-level valleys, intensifying flavor development in the grapes. The wine blends fruit from both young and old Sauvignon Blanc vines, contributing layers of brightness and depth that a single-age vineyard block would not achieve alone.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with bright guava and honeydew melon, followed by white grapefruit and a thread of freshly cut grass. Subtle herbal hints of thyme emerge as the wine opens in the glass.

Taste: The entry is crisp and tangy, led by concentrated lemon and lime that transition into ripe pineapple and passionfruit at mid-palate. Granny Smith apple and green melon round out the peak, balanced by vivid, well-structured acidity that keeps the fruit from feeling heavy despite the higher ABV.

Finish: Medium in length with a clean, citrus-driven close and lingering notes of grapefruit sorbet and dried herbs. The finish stays refreshing rather than weighty, inviting another sip.

How to Drink Two Angels

Serve chilled to around 45–50°F to let the citrus and tropical aromatics express fully; this wine is excellent on its own as an aperitif or alongside a meal. A Classic Spritzer with sparkling water and a grapefruit twist highlights the wine's natural citrus energy. A White Wine Sangria built with fresh melon, pineapple, and a splash of elderflower liqueur plays directly into Two Angels' tropical profile. For a simple warm-weather serve, try it in a Hugo Cocktail variation, substituting this Sauvignon Blanc for Prosecco to add a richer, more textured base.

Best For

• Warm-weather patio dining with seafood or salads
• Introducing friends to premium California Sauvignon Blanc beyond Napa
• Pairing wine with herb-driven Mediterranean cuisine
• Bringing a crowd-pleasing bottle to a dinner party or summer gathering

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Two Angels taste like? Two Angels Sauvignon Blanc is fruit-forward and crisp, dominated by lemon, lime, grapefruit, and tropical notes of guava, pineapple, and passionfruit, all held together by bright, well-balanced acidity.

How does Two Angels compare to Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc? Where classic Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs from New Zealand tend toward razor-sharp acidity and pronounced gooseberry or jalapeño-like herbaceousness, Two Angels leans into riper tropical and melon fruit thanks to the warmer California climate and volcanic High Valley soils. The 14.2% ABV also gives it noticeably more body than most Marlborough bottlings, which typically range from 12.5% to 13.5%.

Is Two Angels good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the wine's balance of concentrated citrus fruit and crisp acidity makes it an engaging standalone sipper, particularly when served well-chilled on a warm day.

Where is Two Angels made? Two Angels is made from grapes grown on the Shannon Ridge Estate in the High Valley AVA of Lake County, part of California's North Coast region. The vineyards are situated on the slopes of Mount Konocti, an ancient volcano, at elevations up to 2,000 feet.

What foods pair well with Two Angels? Grilled shrimp or ceviche complement the wine's citrus backbone. Goat cheese salads echo its tangy acidity. Herb-roasted chicken with thyme mirrors the subtle herbal notes in the wine. Thai green curry or Vietnamese summer rolls match well with the tropical fruit character and refreshing finish.

What sizes does Two Angels come in? Two Angels Sauvignon Blanc is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.

Is Two Angels worth the price? Two Angels positions as a mid-range California Sauvignon Blanc that consistently punches above its price tier in critical scoring — a 92-point rating from Tasting Panel and 91 points from James Suckling place it alongside wines that often cost considerably more. For a single-AVA, estate-grown Sauvignon Blanc with that level of recognition, it represents strong value.

Why Two Angels?

What separates Two Angels from the broad field of California Sauvignon Blanc is its specific terroir: volcanic soils on Mount Konocti's slopes, elevations reaching 2,000 feet, and the added UV intensity that comes with Lake County's pure mountain air. These are not marketing abstractions — they translate directly into the wine's concentrated fruit and firm acidic structure, which multiple critics have validated with scores of 90 points and above across multiple vintages. The blend of young-vine brightness and old-vine complexity adds a dimension that single-source wines in this price range rarely achieve. For drinkers who associate California Sauvignon Blanc solely with Napa Valley, Two Angels is a compelling argument for looking to the highlands of Lake County instead.