2014 Sparkling Rosé- Double Gold Medal Winner
Awards:
Double Gold, 97 points, San Francisco Int'l
Gold, 96 points, Experience Rosé
Gold, Virginia Governor's Cup
Silver, San Francisco Chronicle
94 points, Steven Spurrier
Tasting Notes:
Fresh strawberry and cherry dominate the nose and front palate. Citrus notes of ruby red grapefruit and lemon meringue dominate the finish. Enjoy with quiche Lorraine, pork loin, or risotto.
Vintage | 2014 |
Varietal Composition | 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Noir |
Appellation | Monticello |
Vineyard | 100% Estate-grown: Trinite and Pastorale blocks |
Designation | Brut |
Harvest Date | 08/14/2014 |
Acid | 8.9 g/L |
PH | 3.18 |
Residual Sugar | .8% |
Alcohol | 12.50% |
Volume | 750 ml |
Bottling Date | 04/17/2018 |
Cases Produced | 2600 |
Terroir:
This wine is made from 100% estate-grown fruit. Our vines are sheltered in the foothills of Carter’s Mountain in the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA).
Vintage Notes:
After a cold winter with some bud loss, a hot and dry summer and great weather conditions throughout harvest led to excellent flavor and concentration.
Winemaker's Notes:
This Brut is made via Méthode Champenoise by blending 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Noir. Hand picking at night and gently pressing ensures that this wine retains all of its best qualities. After a combination of stainless steel and French oak barrel aging, the wine gains complexity by aging on the lees in the bottle for a minimum of 36 months. At disgorging, a low dosage is added to balance acidity and improve mouthfeel.
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