# Persevere Sauvignon Blanc (2023)

- **Producer:** Field Recordings
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Sauvignon Blanc
- **Region:** California, United States
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.9%
- **Average price:** €19
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 8–10 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** peach, melon, lime, herbaceous, biscuit, butter

## About this wine

Persevere is a unique collaboration between winemaker Andrew Jones of Field Recordings and Bitter Pops, a beloved artisanal taproom and bottle shop in Chicago. Sourced from sustainable vineyards across Santa Barbara County, this wine reflects the unique cool-climate terroir of California's Central Coast. The name pays tribute to the resilience of independent hospitality businesses navigating challenging times, making it a wine with both a story and a purpose.

## Interesting facts

- The name 'Persevere' honors the resilience of independent Chicago hospitality businesses during the pandemic.
- Winemaker Andrew Jones spent years as a grapevine nursery fieldman, giving him unmatched insider knowledge of Central Coast vineyards.
- This micro-production custom bottling is distributed almost exclusively through Bitter Pops in Chicago.

## Food pairing

The high natural acidity and vibrant citrus profile of this Sauvignon Blanc make it an exceptional partner for fresh, acid-loving dishes. It cuts beautifully through the richness of goat cheese and butter-based sauces, while its clean, mineral finish complements the delicate brininess of fresh seafood and shellfish.

## Wine making process

The grapes were fermented using native yeasts in a combination of temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks and neutral French oak barrels. This dual approach preserves the vibrant fruit character while building mid-palate complexity. The wine was aged on its light lees for six to seven months before being bottled with minimal filtration and no animal-derived fining agents.