Illumination is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon produced with the Quintessa philosophy that expression of terroir is essential. The character of the sites where the grapes are grown is amplified by closely attuned farming and winemaking practices.

Illumination exhibits fresh fruit character with excellent acidity and brightness. It is a wine of intensity — aromas of white peach and pink grapefruit, with spice and lemon verbena. Citrus and elderflower blend on the palate with voluptuous texture and flinty minerality for a delicate balance of flavour and freshness. This wine shows complex layers of flavour, profound textures, and has the capacity to age.

“Flashy and pure, with aromas of sliced lemons, lime leaves, honeysuckle, orange blossoms, fresh ginger, fresh herbs, citrus oil and wet stones. The palate is medium-bodied with taut, mouthwatering acidity and a generously textured mid-palate that leads to a long finish. A standout New-World sauvignon blanc in a Bordeaux Blanc style, showing real tension. Excellent. Drink or hold.”
97 points, James Suckling, December 2025

“Coming from a mix of Sonoma and Napa fruit, the 2024 Illumination has a Bordeaux Blanc-like vibe in its ripe lime, orange blossom, mint, and spicy wood nuances. It brings plenty of sweet California fruit and is medium to full-bodied and concentrated, with bright acidity and a great finish. It’s beautifully done and just an impeccable 100% Sauvignon Blanc from California. Drink bottles over the coming 3-4 years. Drink 2025-2028. Drinking Window: 2025-2028.”
95 points, Jeb Dunnuck, September 2025