Brander Sauvignon Blanc 25

Fred Brander planted his estate in the Santa Ynez Valley in 1975 and has spent fifty consecutive vintages proving the grape's potential here — the winery produces one flagship bottling and five distinct cuvées of Sauvignon Blanc alone, with winemaker Fabian Bravo now at the helm. This flagship draws from the 43-acre estate and trusted neighboring vineyards in the Los Olivos District, fermented cool and clean to preserve its signature snap. The 2025 is fresh and light on its feet: green apple, lemon zest, and honeydew with a grassy herbal edge, brisk acidity, and flinty mineral accents scrubbing the palate clean. Built for goat cheese, Caesar salad, oysters, and warm afternoons.

Wine Details:

Grapes: 100% Sauvignon Blanc

ABV: Approx. 13.5% — confirm from label

Region: Santa Ynez Valley (Los Olivos District), Santa Barbara County, California

Farming / Practices: Estate and carefully farmed partner vineyards in the Los Olivos area; cool stainless fermentation for freshness and varietal purity

Producer: The Brander Vineyard, founded by Fred Brander in 1975; winemaker Fabian Bravo

Bottle Size: 750ml