Shared Notes Les Leçons des Maitres White Wine Russian River Valley 2023

The time has finally come for one of our most favorite, and highly allocated , releases of the year - Shared Notes! Shared Notes is the joint venture between wife and husband winemaking team, Bibiana González Rave and Jeff Pisoni . While these two incredibly talented and passionate winemakers make wines separate from each other, Cattleya and Pisoni Vineyards respectively, 2012 marked the first vintage that they produced wine together and of course, ACME was one of the first to get it. A celebration of Sauvignon Blanc, each year Shared Notes produces two wines paying homage, separately, to the white wines of Bordeaux and the Loire Valley, with grapes sourced from the Russian River Valley. Truly exceptional wines, crafted with care and shared love, for both the sites and grapes that make the foundation of the wines, and for the union that binds these two incredibly talented winemakers. Ever been lucky enough to have the extreme pleasure that comes from a bottle of Dagueneau from the Loire Valley or Chateau Haut Brion Blanc from Bordeaux? These are two of the very best expressions of Sauvignon Blanc in the world. But not only are they hard to come by, they are also some of the most expensive SB's produced. Here at ACME we believe that the wines made by Rave and Pisoni are undoubtedly the very next best thing, if not better. ‘Les Leçons des Maîtres’ (Lessons of the Masters) is inspired by the cellar masters of Bordeaux and their dedication to the two white varietals they grow and blend there, Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. The 2023 vintage showcases an inspiring blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc with 25% Semillon. A wine to remember.

Winemaker Tasting Notes:
A true homage to this legendary Bordeaux blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, the 2023 Shared Notes Les leçons des maîtres is a stunning example of the old adage that the whole is greater than the sum of the parts. Incredibly bright notes of key lime, white peach and grapefruit are enhanced by rich aromas of Casa Blanca lilies and guirlande d’Amour. As this wine coats the palate, flavors of nectarine and citrus awaken to add volume and supple texture. The Sauvignon Blanc brings acidity which cuts a razor sharp edge through the soft, textured roundness brought on by the addition of Sémillon and the influence of 100% new French oak barrel aging. This stunning blend begs to be enjoyed now, but will continue to age gracefully for as long as the temptation of removing the cork can be resisted.