Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc 2023
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Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Discover the 2023 Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc from Calistoga in Napa Valley. With vibrant citrus and stone-fruit character, savory mineral accents and a distinctive steel-and-oak maturation approach, this is a textural highlight of the M&V White Wine Collection.
The wine at a glance
The winery’s 2023 specification lists a blend of 91% Sauvignon Blanc and 9% Sémillon. Stainless steel, seasoned oak and new French oak contribute freshness and texture, while tasting descriptions highlight Meyer lemon, orchard and tropical fruits and a mineral-edged finish.
Aromas
2023 winemaker notes: nectarine, apricot, mango and guava, joined by Meyer lemon, lime zest and orange blossom.
Palate
2023 winemaker notes: crisp Granny Smith apple, lemon balm and honeyed nectarine, with brioche-like accents and wet-stone minerality. Stainless steel and French oak contribute both brightness and texture.
Finish
Refreshing, mineral-led and harmonious, supported by lively acidity and rounded mid-palate texture from lees stirring.
Food pairings
Editorial suggestions: oysters, shrimp ceviche, grilled white fish, asparagus risotto and fresh goat cheese.
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About Hourglass Winery
Hourglass grew from a narrow, geologically distinctive vineyard in Napa Valley. Jeff Smith replanted the original Hourglass site to Cabernet Sauvignon in the early 1990s, and its inaugural 1997 wine drew attention for the character of the fruit and the ambitions of the young estate.
The winery later developed the Blueline Vineyard and broadened its portfolio, including its HG III proprietary red blend. Its story is rooted in the Smith family's commitment to exceptional sites, experimentation, and the influence of volcanic soils and local geography. The individual wines on this site will be described according to their exact vintages when confirmed.
Explore Hourglass Winery through red and white wines
Hourglass Winery is represented in both introductory M&V Wine Club bundles. Its 2023 HG III proprietary red blend shows the producer's approach to ripe Napa Valley reds, while its 2023 Sauvignon Blanc explores a different side of the estate. The profiles document distinct production methods, tasting notes and vintage-specific reviews. The Sauvignon Blanc's published blend percentages currently disagree between sources and are flagged for verification.
Find the related wine profiles: HG III Proprietary Red Blend 2023; Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc 2023. The Red Collection and White Collection provides an overview of the bottles and the in-store offer.
Return to the M&V Wine Club homepage for the full introductory selection. Individual wine details are identified as verified or pending where necessary, and retail availability is confirmed by Mash & Vine Market.
2023 Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc tasting profile
Aromas: Nectarine, apricot, mango and guava meet Meyer lemon, lime zest and orange blossom. The citrus and tropical-fruit tones come from the vintage-specific winemaker description reproduced by Wine.com.
Palate: Crisp green apple and lemon-herb character balance honeyed stone fruit, delicate brioche notes and a pronounced wet-stone mineral quality. The producer’s use of steel and oak brings extra texture without obscuring fresh acidity.
Finish: Bright and focused, with lingering citrus, mineral tension and rounded mid-palate richness from lees contact. These notes paraphrase the 2023 winemaker notes at Wine.com.
The 2023 blend and barrel program
Hourglass lists the 2023 wine as 91% Sauvignon Blanc and 9% Sémillon. Its Calistoga estate and neighboring vineyard sites are associated with gravelly Cortina River Wash soils.
| Producer specification | 2023 Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc |
|---|---|
| Sauvignon Blanc | 91% |
| Sémillon | 9% |
| Appellation | Calistoga, Napa Valley, California |
| Stainless-steel tanks | 40% |
| Seasoned oak barrels | 45% |
| New French oak | 15% |
| Winemaker | Tony Biagi |
| Bottle size | 750 mL |
The percentages above come from the Hourglass 2023 product listing. Partial oak aging and lees stirring contribute breadth and mouthfeel while preserving the wine’s citrus-led freshness.
Professional review: 2023 vintage
Vinous — 90/100. Antonio Galloni describes an especially precise, lively style, with citrus peel, crushed stone, herbal notes and slate. He also notes that restrained use of new oak lets the wine’s tautness stand out. This is an attributed third-party critic score, not a Mash & Vine customer rating. Read the rating attribution.
Food pairing suggestions
The wine’s crisp acidity, floral citrus aromas and rounded texture make it a natural pairing for oysters, shrimp ceviche, grilled white fish, asparagus risotto or fresh goat cheese. These are editorial pairing suggestions, not claims made by the winery.
A note about source differences
The Hourglass 2023 product page reports a 91% Sauvignon Blanc / 9% Sémillon blend, while Wine.com lists 97% / 3%. This profile follows the winery’s varietal and barrel-program specifications, and the differing figures are flagged for final bottle or technical-sheet confirmation before publication.
Sources
Hourglass — 2023 Sauvignon Blanc; Wine.com — 2023 tasting notes and Vinous rating; Wine Country Connection — winemaking context. Prices or availability on retailer websites do not reflect Mash & Vine’s inventory.
Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc 2023 and its winery history
Hourglass Sauvignon Blanc 2023 is one of the two Sauvignon Blanc selections in Mash & Vine’s White Wine Collection. Its combination of stainless steel and French oak provides a contrast with the concrete- and neutral-oak-aged JAX Y3 Sauvignon Blanc. The producer and retailer describe different grape percentages for the Hourglass wine; the discrepancy remains noted pending final confirmation. Learn more about Hourglass’s Napa Valley vineyards through the winery profile.
Explore the Hourglass Winery history, browse all bottles in the M&V White Wine Collection, or return to the Wine Club homepage. This is an in-store wine discovery resource; specific inventory and purchase terms should be confirmed with Mash & Vine.
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