Sauvignon Blanc, Matanzas Creek Winery, Sonoma County, CA, 2022

Professional Ratings

Style & Winemaking

The wine is sourced from multiple Sonoma County vineyards and fermented primarily in stainless steel, with a portion fermented and aged in neutral French oak. This approach gives it a combination of bright citrus freshness and a slightly richer texture. Common tasting descriptors across reviewers include:

• Grapefruit and lime
• White peach and nectarine
• White flowers and jasmine
• Pear and quince
• Herbal/mineral notes
• Crisp, refreshing acidity

Overall Assessment

The critical consensus places the 2024 Matanzas Creek Sauvignon Blanc in the 89–93 point range, making it a solid-to-excellent example of Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc at around $25 retail. Reviewers generally agree that its strengths are freshness, citrus purity, balance, and food-friendliness rather than extreme concentration or oak influence.