2016 Extra Brut
Winemakers producing sparkling wine reverently speak of “Extra Brut” as the ultimate expression of their art and vineyard. When using a minimal amount of sugar in the dosage, the rewards can be splendid and memorable. We increase cellar aging to over three and a half years for this limited production, late disgorged cuvée.
2016 Extra Brut
Winemakers producing sparkling wine reverently speak of “Extra Brut” as the ultimate expression of their art and vineyard. When using a minimal amount of sugar in the dosage, the rewards can be splendid and memorable. We increase cellar aging to over three and a half years for this limited production, late disgorged cuvée.
Tasting Notes
This dry sparkler opens with aromas of green apple with lemon and a hint of orange zest.
“Left to sit on the yeast for five years, this late-disgorged sparkler is rich, full-bodied and voluptuously textured. Melon, pear and dark-cherry flavors present as lengthy, nervy and fresh.”
2016 Extra Brut
Food Pairings
Try this Extra Brut with lighter fare such as ahi poke with wasabi crème fraîche, sesame seeds, and fried wontons, or spring rolls with a red chili sauce. Smoked trout salad with spicy arugula, avocado, and citrus vinaigrette, or even a truffle macaroni and cheese also make great pairings.
Additional Information
- Composition67% Pinot Noir & 33% Chardonnay
- Aging3.5 years on the yeast
- AppellationCarneros
- Alcohol12.5%
- TA0.78 g/ml
- pH3.14
- Dosage6.2 g/L
Grapes are handpicked & transported to the winery in small bins where they are gently whole-cluster pressed to retain the delicate vibrancy and freshness. Our best press cuvée is used for this wine that is fermented in stainless steel tanks at 55-60°F. The wine is then bottled & aged on the lees for 45 months to develop complexity and effervescence.