Bibiana González Rave is the founder and winemaker of Cattleya Wines. She is also the wife of star winemaker Jeff Pisoni. Born and raised in Colombia and trained as a winemaker in France, she moved to California in 2007 to settle into making extraordinary wines. In her words: “Since my early teenage years, my dream has been to make wine. At a very young age I was fortunate enough to begin learning how to make wine in France. I trained myself while working with some amazing winemakers who showed me the importance of loving the land, how to respect the farming itself, and to focus on the many details that go into making each drop of wine in each and every bottle.” She also made the wines at Pahlmeyer, and produces “Shared Notes” wines with husband Jeff Pisoni. All those ingredients together and you have one of the best winemakers in the country!
Alma de Cattleya 2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma County
GGWC 28.99
FREE SHIPPING on 12
Use code ALMA during checkout
The wine is sourced from a few vineyards in the Russian River Valley and the Sonoma Coast. If offers medium intensity, light yellow with a greenish hue. Complex nose of kiwi and guava with wet stone and gunpowder after tones. A touch of champagne-like yeastiness finishing with nuances of exotic tropical fruit. Pure and intense on the pallet with a little flinty touch. Fully dry with a medium body. Diamond-like purity and intensity. The finish is zesty and full of minerals.
Winemaker Notes: “Bursting with notes of ripe melon, Key lime, and grapefruit, this wine is bright, refreshingly crisp, possesses ample texture, and begs for a second glass. This Sauvignon Blanc is a true expression of the influence of the Pacific Ocean breezes in Sonoma County’s grape-growing region. Zesty and bright, the exceptional intensity of lemon zest, grapefruit, verbena and citrus blossoms aromatics are an impressive aperture to a gorgeous mouthfeel with centered acidity and a luscious finish. Enjoy now and for years to come.”
Wine Spectator 93 Points: “Aromatic, intense, and, distinctive, delivering mouthwatering lemongrass, Meyer lemon, pomelo, and white grapefruit flavors, with an intriguing touch of litsea oil that lingers on the fresh finish. Drink now.”
Food Pairing Suggestions:
*Cow’s-milk cheeses flavored with garlic and herbs such as Le Roulé and Boursin, and goat cheeses such as Humboldt Fog and Tomme de Chèvre Aydius.
*Grilled fish, especially oily fish such as sardines and mackerel; garlicky prawns and chargrilled squid.
*Grilled chicken or lamb with bold marinades or creamy sauces.
*International cuisine including Japanese, Mexican, and Mediterranean.
Make sure to check out these other Bibiana made wines (they assort for FREE SHIPPING too)
Cattleya 2021 Pinot Noir Cuvee Number Eight Sonoma Coast Inaugural Release
Cattleya 2021 Pinot Noir Cuvee Number One, Russian River Valley
Cattleya 2019 “Call to Adventure” Chardonnay Russian River Valley 95 Points
Cattleya 2019 Syrah “Initiation” Santa Lucia Highlands – 95 POINTS!
Shared Notes 2021 Sauvignon Blanc Les Leçons des Maîtres, Russian River Valley VERY LIMITED
Shared Notes 2021 Sauvignon Blanc Les Pierres qui Décident, Russian River Valley VERY LIMITED
Cattleya 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon “Meeting With The Mentor” 98 Points EXREMELY LIMITED
Cattleya 2021 Chardonnay Cuvee #5 – Sonoma Coast 95 Points
Click here or on the links above to order!
Call 415-337-4083 (landline, please do not text here – we will not receive
it)
email frank@ggwc.com for availability and priority allocation
Alma de Cattleya 2022 Sauvignon Blanc, Sonoma CountyGGWC 28.99
FREE SHIPPING on 12
Use code ALMA during checkout
The wine is sourced from a few vineyards in the Russian River Valley and the Sonoma Coast. If offers medium intensity, light yellow with a greenish hue. Complex nose of kiwi and guava with wet stone and gunpowder after tones. A touch of champagne-like yeastiness finishing with nuances of exotic tropical fruit. Pure and intense on the pallet with a little flinty touch. Fully dry with a medium body. Diamond-like purity and intensity. The finish is zesty and full of minerals.
Winemaker Notes: “Bursting with notes of ripe melon, Key lime, and grapefruit, this wine is bright, refreshingly crisp, possesses ample texture, and begs for a second glass. This Sauvignon Blanc is a true expression of the influence of the Pacific Ocean breezes in Sonoma County’s grape-growing region. Zesty and bright, the exceptional intensity of lemon zest, grapefruit, verbena and citrus blossoms aromatics are an impressive aperture to a gorgeous mouthfeel with centered acidity and a luscious finish. Enjoy now and for years to come.”
Wine Spectator 93 Points: “Aromatic, intense, and, distinctive, delivering mouthwatering lemongrass, Meyer lemon, pomelo, and white grapefruit flavors, with an intriguing touch of litsea oil that lingers on the fresh finish. Drink now.”
Food Pairing Suggestions:
*Cow’s-milk cheeses flavored with garlic and herbs such as Le Roulé and Boursin, and goat cheeses such as Humboldt Fog and Tomme de Chèvre Aydius.
*Grilled fish, especially oily fish such as sardines and mackerel; garlicky prawns and chargrilled squid.
*Grilled chicken or lamb with bold marinades or creamy sauces.
*International cuisine including Japanese, Mexican, and Mediterranean.
Make sure to check out these other Bibiana made wines (they assort for FREE SHIPPING too)
Cattleya 2021 Pinot Noir Cuvee Number Eight Sonoma Coast Inaugural Release
Cattleya 2021 Pinot Noir Cuvee Number One, Russian River Valley
Cattleya 2019 “Call to Adventure” Chardonnay Russian River Valley 95 Points
Cattleya 2019 Syrah “Initiation” Santa Lucia Highlands – 95 POINTS!
Shared Notes 2021 Sauvignon Blanc Les Leçons des Maîtres, Russian River Valley VERY LIMITED
Shared Notes 2021 Sauvignon Blanc Les Pierres qui Décident, Russian River Valley VERY LIMITED
Cattleya 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon “Meeting With The Mentor” 98 Points EXREMELY LIMITED
Cattleya 2021 Chardonnay Cuvee #5 – Sonoma Coast 95 Points
Click here or on the links above to order!
Call 415-337-4083 (landline, please do not text here – we will not receive
it)
email frank@ggwc.com for availability and priority allocation