A luscious, hand-picked, bottle-fermented sparkling wine with impeccable balance, crisp acidity, & clean minerality. On the nose, you are greeted with bright aromas of tangerine, white nectarine, lemon zest, & Bosc 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 & 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 till 2030.
Grape Variety: | 51% Marsanne, 49% Viognier |
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: | 3.09 |
Acidity g/100mL: | 0.90 |
Dosage g/100mL: | 1.0 |
Cellaring: | Bottle-fermented for 17 months before disgorging |
Bottling Date: | December 2021. Disgorged and dosage added in November 2023 |
Production: | 412 cases |
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