CLINE SAUVIGNON BLANC NORTH COAST

Origin & Producer

1. Winery: Cline Family Cellars
2. Region: North Coast (includes Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino)
3. Family-owned winery known for sustainable farming and value-driven wines

Grape Composition

1. Primarily Sauvignon Blanc
2. Occasionally small blending components (like Sémillon) depending on vintage

Appearance

1. Pale straw to light yellow
2. Bright clarity with greenish highlights

Aromas (Nose)

1. Citrus-driven: lime, lemon zest, grapefruit
2. Tropical fruit: kiwi, passionfruit, guava
3. Orchard fruit: green apple
4. Subtle herbal tones: fresh grass, lemongrass
5. Light mineral edge (wet stone)

Palate (Taste & Structure)

1. Body: Light to medium
2. Acidity: Crisp and refreshing (key structural feature)
3. Flavor Profile:Citrus: lime, lemon
4. Tropical: passionfruit, melon
5. Green notes: grassy, slightly herbaceous
6. Texture:Clean and lively
7. Smooth, easy-drinking rather than complex

California Sauvignon Blancs like this tend to be slightly fruitier and softer than French versions

Finish

1. Clean, bright, and moderately persistent
2. Leaves citrus and light mineral notes
3. Refreshing rather than heavy or creamy

Style Summary

1. Fruit-forward and approachable
2. Crisp, zesty, and refreshing
3. Balanced between New World ripeness and moderate acidity
4. Designed for easy drinking rather than aging

Typical alcohol: ~13–13.5%

Food Pairings

Best with light, fresh dishes:

1. Shellfish (oysters, shrimp)
2. Goat cheese
3. Salads with citrus vinaigrette
4. Grilled chicken or white fish
5. Vegetarian dishes

Overall Impression

Cline North Coast Sauvignon Blanc is a reliable, everyday white wine that emphasizes:

1. Bright citrus and tropical fruit
2. Clean acidity
3. Easy drinkability at a value price point

It sits stylistically between:

1. Lean, mineral French Sauvignon Blanc (like Sancerre)
2. More tropical, intense New Zealand styles