2016 Sparkling Blanc de Blanc- Gold Medal Winner
Awards:
Gold, Int'l East Meets West
Tasting notes:
2016 Blanc de Blanc from 100% estate grown Chardonnay. Aged for a minimum of 40 months on lees. Beautiful pale yellow color. Nose of lemon cream and toasted brioche. Crisp apple, almond, and vanilla on the mouth. Delicate bubbles with full, round mouthfeel and lingering acidity.
Pair with any special occasion. Make a Tuesday dinner special. Enjoy with mild cheeses, scallops, or serve as an aperitif.
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Varietal Composition | 100% Chardonnay |
| Appellation | Monticello |
| Vineyard | 100% estate-grown: 60% Trinite, 30% Pastorale, and 10% Lodge |
| Designation | Brut |
| Harvest Date | 08/12/2016 |
| Acid | 9.5 g/L |
| PH | 3.2 |
| Aging | 96% Stainless steel, 4% French oak |
| Residual Sugar | 0.8% |
| Alcohol | 12.50% |
| Wine Style | Sparkling |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Cases Produced | 3885 |
| Country of Origin | UNITED STATES |
| State of Origin | Virginia |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | Yes |
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).
Winemaker's Notes:
This Brut sparkling wine is made via Méthode Champenoise with our estate grown Chardonnay vineyards. Hand picking by night and gently pressing ensures that this wine retains all of its best qualities. After a combination 88% stainless steel and 12% neutral French oak barrel aging, the wine gains complexity by aging on the lees in the bottle for a minimum of 40 months. At disgorging, a low dosage is added to balance acidity and improve mouth-feel.
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