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Blanc de Noirs
Tasting Notes
Bright strawberry and black cherry aromas with subtle vanilla highlights. Creamy cherry, lemon and cola flavors combine with a lush palate, small, lively bubbles and a persistent finish.
Winemaking Notes
Our Blanc de Noirs is predominantly made from hand-harvested Pinot Noir grapes, the hallmarks of which are a vibrant red fruit character. The creamy palate and rosy hue are a result of a small addition of Vin Gris, which was blended into the base cuvée. Over forty different clones and selections of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are planted on our 340-acre estate in the Sonoma Carneros district. This allows us to consistently produce cuvées with complexity and clear fruit expression.
Acclaim
90 POINTS - EDITORS' CHOICE
"There’s a lot going on for the price in
this honeyed, rich blush wine. Pinot Noir gives hints of strawberries, while Chardonnay contributes limes and oranges. The result is a smooth, crisp sipper for drinking now."
- Wine Enthusiast Magazine, December 15, 2011
Awards
2012 Gold Medals
Pacific Rim Wine Competition - Sweepstakes
2011 Gold Medals
International Womens' Wine Competition - Best Sparkling
Sonoma County Harvest Fair
Florida State Fair - Double Gold, Best of Show Sparkling Wine
Grand Harvest Awards
Monterey Wine Competition
Food Affinities
Outstanding with crab, Thai cuisine, roast pork, quail, foie gras or semi-sweet desserts. Seasoning affinities include star anise, plum sauce and tarragon. Look to triple aged gouda or hard aged cheeses with persimmons and hazelnuts for the cheese course.
Analysis
Blend: 90% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay
