The heart of Illumination beats with fruit from our property. Sauvignon Blanc Musqué, a fragrant clone, thrives in the cool clay soils of the Las Casas block. Old vine Semillon always startles us with its depth of flavor and complexity while showcasing a youthful vibrancy. We complement this harvest with grapes from long-term vineyard partners throughout Napa and Sonoma who share the same farming philosophies. As much as Quintessa is a story of blending, so is Illumination. 

As the white wine of Quintessa, it presents many ways for us to tell its story. We continually evolve our techniques to create a wine that not only showcases enunciated aromatic and flavor profiles but also a distinct texture.  

After hand harvesting and a gentle, whole cluster press, we utilize a number of vessels for fermentation. French oak of various uses provides depth and a hint of oak spice, while acacia wood brings a complex floral spice to the nose.  Using egg-shaped concrete fermenters, we impart richness, while stainless steel barrels preserve the purity of the fruit. Lees stirring further shapes a rounded texture and weightiness. By blending Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc, we perfectly calibrate the tension among all the elements.