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2020 CourAvant Blanc

A classic pale golden hue in the glass leads to a complex nose speaking of breadth and accented by inviting notes of pitted fruits, melon and a delicate hint of dried sweet herbs. The palate displays the subtle richness and depth so characteristic of Semillon with a backbone of freshness and welcome acidity from the Sauvignon Blanc.  White peach, honeydew melon, a touch of citrus for complexity combined with structure and innate balance of all components.  This all leads to a lengthy resonating finish framed by the palate impressions with an intensity reminiscent of this classic Graves-style blend.  A complete wine from start to finish that will pair with a broad range of delectable seafood from a delicate poached dover sole meunière to grilled black cod, poultry “your way” or even eggs Benedict for a memorable brunch.

Inaugural Release Pricing:

$36.00

2019 CourAvant Proprietary Red

Our 2019 CourAvant Proprietary Red blend mirrors our vineyard profile of one-third Merlot and two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and is reflective of the unique power of our Merlot coupled with the elegance of our Cabernet.  Visually the medium ruby hue leads to a nose that explodes from the glass demonstrating a complex blend of red berries, a gentle touch of oak and notes of spice, black fruit and currents.  The palate displays a rich mouthfeel, refreshing acidity, subtle tannins and the multifaceted impressions on the nose that carry forward to a lengthy and layered finish leaving a lasting memory.  The wine is bold yet elegant, exhibiting its Bordelais roots combined with its Napa influence of inviting textural elements, structural intensity and intricate balance.  A wine to enjoy now for its youthful charm and to hold for years to come as it gains complexity and nuance with time in the bottle.  A rare cut of beef is a natural partner, but don’t overlook lamb sirloin or grilled game meats to pair with our inaugural Proprietary Red Blend.

Inaugural Release Pricing:

At CourAvant, we are dedicated to bringing you classic Bordeaux style blends fashioned in the traditional manner from old vines here in Napa Valley. This spring, we have introduced our inaugural release of the 2020 CourAvant Blanc blend of Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc that resonates its classic Graves heritage. This will be followed in the fall by our CourAvant Estate Proprietary Red Wine from our home vineyard. A traditional Left Bank blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot produced from vines planted on our property in the early 1990s.


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From our vineyard to your glass,

Sharon and Gary Lessing
www.couravant.com