2020 Blanc de Blancs
Starfield Estate El Dorado AVA
TASTING NOTES
A luscious, hand-picked, bottle-fermented sparkling wine that showcases three of our outstanding Foothills white grapes: Marsanne Viognier, & Vermentino. A wine with impeccable balance, crisp acidity, & clean minerality, this is an unforgettable, must-have wine! On the nose, you are greeted with bright aromas of tangerine, white nectarine, lychee & Asian pear, with hints of freshly baked brioche & crystalized ginger. The palate bursts with vibrant flavors of Granny Smith apple, Meyer lemon curd, & candied grapefruit that cling to the palate. Notes of lemon cucumber & marzipan are complimented by super clean minerality & long-lasting, elegant bubbles. This rich and refreshing sparkler is perfect for any meal or occasion! With its vibrant, fruitful, & crisp yet elegant nature, this sparkling wine will maintain its freshness, structure, & refined finish for years to come but is absolutely delicious now! Drink now to 2028.
WINE PROFILE
| Grape Variety: | 41% Marsanne, 40% Viognier, 19% Vermentino |
| Appellation: | El Dorado AVA |
| Vineyard: | Starfield Estate |
| Vines: | Planted 2014 |
| Elevation & Site: | 2,300 feet. Steep, east-facing slopes extend to the bottom of the hill. East-west rows. The coolest parts of the vineyard |
| Alcohol: | 12.0% |
| pH: | 3.06 |
| Acidity g/L: | 7.68 |
| Cellaring: | Bottle-fermented for 17 months before disgorging |
| Bottling Date: | December 2020. Disgorged and dosage added in June 2022 |
| Production: | 320 cases |
- Blanc de Blancs Fresh Fruit Salad
- Heirloom Tomato Salad with Oranges, Goat Feta, Olives, and Tarragon
- Fig Bruschetta
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