Translated as "morning dew", asatsuyu is named for the mist that drifts through the vineyards at dawn, depositing tiny moisture beads on the berries. These crystal-clear droplets speak to the purity of asatsuyu. it boasts delightful and bursting aromatics with a crisp acidity and rich texture. Consistently rated among the best American Sauvignon Blanc wines, each new vintage causes a stir.
Purchase asatsuyu
"A number of years ago, I discovered the Kenzo Estate asatsuyu and it has now become my favorite Sauvignon Blanc in the United States. It is incredibly expressive and can be paired with a variety of different dishes.” Chef/Proprietor Thomas Keller – The French Laundry & Per Se
COLOR
Pale Straw Yellow
BOUQUET
Agave, honeydew melon, peach, crushed roses, granite
PALATE
Layered and rich citrus, lingering finish
ORIGIN
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
VINTNER
Kenzo Tsujimoto
WINEMAKER
Heidi Barrett
VINEYARD MANAGER
David Abreu
CÉPAGE
Sauvignon Blanc (96%), Semillon (4%)
VOLUME
1.5L, 750ml, 375ml
ALCOHOL
14.2%
AGING
6 months in 50% neutral French oak and 50% stainless steel
Awards
"Best New Wines of 2020" | Robb Report
96 Points | Wine Enthusiast Magazine
92 Points | Wine Spectator Magazine
Color
Pale Straw Yellow
Bouquet
Honey, citrus, ripe white peach, limestone, honeysuckle
Palate
Melon, lime zest, barrel-aged vanilla
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Vineyard Manager
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (91%), Semillon (9%)
Volume
1.5L, 750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
6 months in 50% French oak and 50% stainless steel
Awards
95 points | Wine Enthusiast
93 points | James Suckling
91 point | Jeb Dunnuck
Color
Pale straw yellow
Bouquet
Citrus, vanilla, guava nectar, peach preserves
Palate
Bright citrus, crisp acidity
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Viticulturist
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (96%), Sémillon (4%)
Volume
1.5L, 750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
6 months in 50% neutral French oak, 50% stainless steel
Awards
94 points | The Wine Advocate
92 poins | The Wine Enthusiast
Top California Sauvignon Blanc | Vivino Wine Style Awards 2020
Color
Pale straw yellow
Bouquet
Citrus, vanilla, guava nectar, peach preserves
Palate
Bright citrus, crisp acidity
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Viticulturist
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (96.4%), Sémillon (3.6%)
Volume
1.5L, 750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
6 months in 50% neutral French oak, 50% stainless steel
Awards
Top California Sauvignon Blanc | Vivino Wine Style Awards
Color
Pale straw yellow
Bouquet
Citrus, vanilla, guava nectar, peach preserves
Palate
Bright citrus, crisp acidity
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Viticulturist
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (89%), Sémillon (11%)
Volume
1.5L, 750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
6 months in 50% neutral French oak, 50% stainless steel
Awards
95 points | James Suckling
Color
Pale straw yellow
Bouquet
Minerality, citrus, honey, lychee
Palate
Bright citrus, crisp acidity, tropical fruits
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Viticulturist
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (94.5%), Sémillon (5.5%)
Volume
1.5L, 750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
6 months in 50% neutral French oak, 50% stainless steel
Awards
93 points | James Suckling
Color
Pale straw yellow
Bouquet
Minerality, tropical citrus, honey, white roses
Palate
Bright citrus, crisp acidity, honeydew melon, guava
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Viticulturist
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (96.2%), Sémillon (3.8%)
Volume
1.5L, 750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
6 months in 30% neutral French oak, 70% stainless steel
Color
Pale straw yellow
Bouquet
Tropical citrus, peach, lemongrass and subtle minerality
Palate
Bright citrus, honeydew melon, and guava with crisp acidity
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Viticulturist
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
Volume
750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
7 months in 40% neutral French oak, 60% stainless steel
Color
Pale straw yellow
Bouquet
Floral honeysuckle, fig, kaffir lime, tropical citrus, white peach
Palate
Bright citrus, silken orange vanilla, crisp acidity
Origin
Estate Bottled, Napa Valley
Vintner
Kenzo Tsujimoto
Winemaker
Heidi Barrett
Viticulturist
David Abreu
Cépage
Sauvignon Blanc (100%)
Volume
750ml, 375ml
Alcohol
14.2%
Aging
7 months in 50% neutral French oak, 50% stainless steel