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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