Introduction: CK Mondavi & Family is a five-generation California winery whose roots trace back to 1943, when Cesare and Rosa Mondavi purchased the Charles Krug Winery in Napa Valley with a vision to put quality wine on every American table. Today, under the stewardship of Marc Mondavi and longtime winemaker John Moynier, that mission endures — and the Sauvignon Blanc delivers on it with a fruit-forward, refreshingly crisp style that punches well above its everyday price point.

Terroir: Sourced from prime California vineyards including the family's own holdings in the Dunnigan Hills AVA, this wine draws on the warm, dry growing conditions of California's interior valleys, tempered by diurnal temperature swings that help preserve natural acidity. The broad California appellation allows the winemaking team to select fruit at optimal ripeness from across the state's most productive growing regions.

Appearance: Pale straw with a bright, water-white rim, showing brilliant clarity and a light, fluid body in the glass.

Nose: The aromatics are clean and inviting, leading with soft notes of nectarine, lemon blossom, and kiwi, with a lift of herbaceous character that keeps the bouquet lively and true to the variety. Hints of guava and Granny Smith apple add a subtle tropical dimension without straying from the wine's crisp, fresh personality.

Palate: On the palate, flavors of grapefruit, citrus, and key lime carry the wine with a light to medium body and lively, food-friendly acidity. The finish is clean and zesty, with a lingering note of fresh fruit that makes this an easy, versatile pour at the table.

Finish: The finish is crisp and refreshing, with citrus and fresh fruit notes that linger briefly before fading cleanly. Length is short to medium, consistent with the wine's accessible, everyday style.

Food Pairings:

🥩 Meat: Roasted chicken with lemon herb butter, grilled swordfish, or citrus-marinated shrimp skewers
🥦 Vegetarian: Pasta primavera, goat cheese and herb flatbread, or a simple arugula salad with shaved parmesan
🧀 Charcuterie Board: Mild brie, fresh goat cheese, green grapes, cucumber slices, and water crackers

Overall Impression: The CK Mondavi Sauvignon Blanc is a reliably consistent, value-driven white that delivers clean varietal character and food-friendly freshness in every pour. Serve well-chilled at 45–50°F and drink upon release — this wine is crafted for immediate enjoyment rather than cellaring.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 12.6%
Farming Practices: Conventional viticulture; grapes harvested at peak ripeness from select California vineyards including family-owned Dunnigan Hills AVA holdings
Producer Name: CK Mondavi & Family
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: United States
Region: California
Grape Varietals: Sauvignon Blanc
Vintage: Non-Vintage
Wine Style: Dry White  
Winemaking Techniques: Unoaked; fruit sourced from prime California vineyards and harvested at peak ripeness to maximize fresh fruit character and varietal expression Pack Size: 750ml
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Twist-off screwcap

Sources:

• CK Mondavi & Family official website: https://www.ckmondavi.com/wines/sauvignon-blanc