The Charles Orban Carte Noire Brut Champagne is clear golden in color with elegant, fine bubbles. The nose is delicate, but is dominated by citrus fruits with hints of fudge. On the palate, there is great length. It is smooth with brioche aromas and subtle notes of honey, pine nuts and light tobacco.
Varietal: 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir Analysis: 12% alcohol / volume Region: Champagne Vineyard/Terroir: Troissy – Vallée de la Marne Vintage: NV Vinification: Dosage – 10 g/L Serving Temperature: Serve at 46.4ºF-50ºF Pairing: Serve as an aperitif, or pair with white meat or fish. Critical Acclaim: 90 points Wine Spectator
A note of woodsy smoke underscores flavors of tangy plum, candied kumquat, white peach and fresh ginger in this mouthwatering Champagne, backed by firm, citrusy acidity. — 90 points, AN, Wine Spectator
ABOUT THE WINERY: The Orban family has been growing grapes in Troissy, a village on the left bank of the Marne, since 1770. Their vineyards cover 331 hectares and are planted with Pinot Meunier (86%), Pinot Noir (8%) and Chardonnay (6%) grapes. By the end of the 1950s, Charles Orban left the Troissy cooperative and decided to produce his own champagne, selling it under his own name. Over the years, he grew his company from just 800 bottles, to now over 200,000 bottles produced and sold. Since then, the house was sold to a champagne family that continues to uphold the Orban family tradition. Learn more about their story here.
The Chandon Brut Rosé is vivacious and juicy. It’s a bright, dry Rosé with a refreshing lightness – perfect for sipping all year. On the eye, it is vibrant pink with an energetic bead and mousse. The nose is extremely fruity with subtle floral, toasty, mineral and brioche notes. On the palate, there are flavors of strawberry, red cherry, raspberry tart, red currant, pomegranate and notes of pastries or scones. The creaminess, acidity and finish are all perfectly balanced with very little sweetness.
Grapes for Brut Rosé were sourced from multiple cool-climate appellations, ensuring complexity and consistency in this vibrant, smooth style. Grapes were harvested at night to keep the fruit cool and preserve freshness. Harvest begins early August to retain acidity and capture Chardon’s signature vibrancy. State-of-the-art presses lower pressing times, limiting the the juice’s contact with the grape skins to avoid bitterness. Primary fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks. The second fermentation occurs in the bottle and the aging process begins. A minimum of 12 months aging imparts a creamy complexity balanced by juicy red fruit notes.
Varietal: 57% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir, 3% Meunier Analysis: 12% alcohol / volume Brut: 9.5 g/L Serving Temperature: Serve between 49ºF – 54ºF Pairing: Perfect match for a sunny day, or paired with slightly spicy dishes, grilled burgers, paella, smoked salmon, gumbo, or duck fat fries. Critical Acclaim:2020 Wine Enthusiast – 90 pts.
Cocktail Recommendation:The Chandon Mirosa 3 oz. Chandon Brut Rosé 3 oz. Pink Grapefruit Juice
This Brut is the signature style of Chandon and the go-to bubbly for entertaining, sipping and gifting. It showcases the fruitiness, vibrancy and freshness of Northern California’s warm, sunny days and cool nights. On the eye, it is vibrant straw yellow in color with an energetic bead and mousse. The nose is very heavy in fruit, with medium floral and brioche notes, and light toasty and mineral undertones. The palate is intense and fruity with subtle complexity. There are key flavors of green apple, citrus, pear, biscuit, almond and white flowers.
Grapes for Brut are sourced from multiple cool-climate appellations, ensuring complexity and consistency in the lively, juicy style. A minimum of 12 months aging imparts a creamy complexity, balanced by an elegant mouthfeel.
Varietal: 73% Chardonnay, 26% Pinot Noir, 1% Meunier Analysis: 12% alcohol / volume Brut: 9 g/L Serving Temperature: Serve between 49ºF – 54ºF Pairing: A refreshing aperitif, or an ideal match with any salty or creamy dishes such as oysters, caesar salad, fried chicken or calamari Critical Acclaim:
2021 SF Chronicle Wine Competition – Double Gold Medal winner
2021 Santé International Wine & Spirits – Double Gold Medal winner
2021 Wine Enthusiast – 90 pts.
2020 Wine Enthusiast – 90 pts.
Cocktail Recommendation:Sparkling Margarita 3 oz. Chandon Brut 1 ½ oz. Tequila Blanco 1 oz. Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice ½ oz. Agave Syrup Salt for the Rim
ABOUT THE WINERY: Founded in 1973, by Robert-Jean de Vogüé and John Wright, Chandon is one of the first French-owned sparkling wine ventures in United States. The two carefully selected their vineyards, and are now considered to be amongst some of the best quality sparkling wines in California. Domaine Chandon is located in Yountville, within the Napa Valley, California. With their Head Winemaker, Pauline Lhote, and her skilled team, the Chandon Winery is able to combine their skilled winemaking knowledge with French techniques to produce innovate, beautiful, vibrant wines. Learn more about their story here.
This Bubbly blend of Mauzac, Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay is crystalline yellow in color with golden hues as it pours. The nose is intense with delicate scents of hawthorn and crisp green apple offsetting the nutty, pastry-like richness imparted by the extended tirage. A freshness sweeps over the palate with waves of citrus fruits, tart apple, Mirabelle plum, and golden flowers all lingering into a harmonious finish.
Varietal: 90% Mauzac, 5% Chenin Blanc, 5% Chardonnay Terroir: 20-40 year old vines grown on gently sloping hillsides formed of calcareous clay in a Mediterranean climate Elevation: 650 feet Farming: Sustainable Farming Aging: 24 months in stainless steel tanks Bottled: At the winery Certification: Certified Terra Vitis Serving Temperature: Serve between 44ºF – 45ºF Food Pairing: Enjoy as an aperitif or throughout the meal
ABOUT THE WINERY: Clara Vie is a custom cuvée betweenJP BourgeoisandFrançoise Antech, the sixth-generation member ofMaison Antech-Limoux, a family-owned winery in France for over five centuries. Since the late 19th century, the family has been invested in the winemaking traditions of their region, taming their magical terroir to make fine sparkling wines. In 1996, Françoise stepped in to carry on the family traditions, while raising Antech to the ranks of the greatest sparkling wine makers. The secret of their character comes from a combination of Limoux’s three terroirs (the backbone of their cuvées): freshness from the Pyrenees, minerality from the ocean and roundness from the Mediterranean. Learn more here.
Von Winning Riesling Extra Brut Pfalz, Germany
BUBBLY WINE STYLE
This Riesling Extra Brut has a soft, citrus aroma with an elegant spiciness on the palate.
“Based largely on vintage 2016 and on grapes from Ruppertsberg (especially Linsenbusch), this offers a mouthwatering and remarkably Chablis-like evocation of salted, herbed chicken stock and oyster liquor. Walnut and peach kernel piquancy stimulate further on a brightly lemony, buoyant palate. The mousse is admirably fine, the long finish both cheek-pinching and salivainducing, irrepressibly juicy and loaded with animal as well as mineral savor…” – Vinous, Antonio Galloni; 92 points.
Varietal: Riesling Vineyard: Selection of different vineyards in and around Deidesheim Soil: Chalky, loess-clay soils and red sandstone Farming: Practicing Organic Fermentation: Stainless steel tanks used for first fermentation, then secondary fermentation in the bottle. Left on the lees for 24-28 months.
ABOUT THE WINERY: Formally called the Dr. Deinhard Estate, (now Von Winning) was founded in 1849, producing unique wines reflecting their vineyards in Ruppetsberg, Deidesheim and Forst. In 1907, Leopold von Winning, son-in-law of Dr. Andreas Deinhard, dedicated his life to creating the highest quality of wines with respect to the vineyards passed down to him. Today, Stephan Attmann and his ambitious team uphold this visionary’s tradition. Learn more about their story here.
This wine comes from the purest grape juice and allows Laurent‑Perrier to craft “La Cuvée”, a champagne of great finesse and a beautiful freshness obtained after a long ageing process in their cellars. Laurent-Perrier’s style and personality are defined by its very high proportion of Chardonnay. Purity, freshness and elegance – essential characteristics, expressed in this champagne which embodies the spirit of the House.
La Cuvée is pale, gold in color with fine bubbles that feed a persistent mousse. It has a delicate nose with hints of fresh citrus and white flowers, while on the palate the wine’s complexity is expressed with successive notes of vine peach and white fruit. There is a perfect balance between freshness and delicacy with fruity flavors that are very present on the finish.
Analysis: 12% alcohol / volume Varietal: La Cuvée is a blend made from over 100 Crus selected by Laurent-Perrier
A majority of Chardonnay, over 50%
Pinot Noir, between 30% and 35%
Rounded out with Meunier, between 10% and 15%
+ Reserve wines between 15% and 30% to ensure perfect consistency in style
Vinification and Aging: For blending, only the musts of the Cuvée are used, so only 80% of the grape juice is extracted from pressing. The ideal aging is around 4 years in the cellar, and its balance and freshness are enhanced by a light dosage. Serving Temperature: Serve between 46.4ºF – 50ºF Food Pairing: Perfect as an aperitif or paired alongside poultry or the finest fish.
ABOUT LAURENT-PERRIER: Laurent-Perrier is a Champagne house founded in 1812. Nestled in a Grand Cru village at the crossroads of three main winegrowing areas, Laurent-Perrier is the largest female-owned, family-run, fiercely independent estates focusing exclusively on champagne. Passed down from generation to generation, Laurent-Perrier continues to offer unique experiences for champagne lovers all over the world.Learn more about their story here.
A fizzy moscato dedicated to wine lovers without complexes looking for fun and to get a party started.
This Moscato is bright lemon-gold in color with a light pearliness in its appearance. The nose is clean and youthful with heavy floral and fruity notes of mandarin peel, honeysuckle and sweet orange blossom. The palate has a sweetness that coats the mouth, then refreshes itself with the airy bubbles. It is luscious and harmoniously balanced.
Analysis: 11% alcohol / volume Varietal: 100% Moscatel TA: 5.47 g/L pH: 3.23 RS: 51.2 g/L V. Acidity: 0.15 g/L Region: D.O. Valencia, Spain Vineyard: Valley Valentino & Alto Turia in the heart of Valencia Age of Vines: 15-20 year-old vines Yield: 50 hl/ha Altitude: 200-650 m. Climate: Warm Mediterranean Harvest: First fortnight of September Vinification: Cold Maceration Fermentation: 53.6-60.8ºF Aging: Stainless Steel
WineStyles Wine and Cheese Pairing: Sweet wines from our ‘Nectar’ section pair well with an aged cheese. Learn more about our wine and cheese pairings here.
ABOUT THE WINERY: Piquitos is intended to mean “little kisses” in Spanish, as their wines are designed to share their love. Sourced from sunny Mediterranean Coast in Valencia, Spain, Piquitos is made by the team from Hammeken Cellars – an innovative producer and exporter of Spanish wines. Their philosophy is to gather the best local grapes and traditions in Spain and pair those with the “New World” winemaking techniques and styles to produce high quality, fruit forward and fresh wines. Learn more about their company here.
Delightfully fizzy and slightly sweet, an irresistible combination.
The third generation Tintero family continues the traditions of winemaking in Gramella. “Sori” in Piedmontese indicates the south-facing slope of a hill, that pampers the grapes with 20% more sunshine. Cantine Elvio Tintero are the only producers to sustainable farm and commercially bottle from this striking single-vineyard, limestone amphitheater. Vines were planted in the late 1980’s. Grapes are harvested and pressed, then kept at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks to provide the freshest wine possible.
Analysis: 7% alcohol / volume Varietal: Moscato Appellation: Moscato d’Asti, Langhe RS: 110 g/L Vine Age: Average 30 years Soil Type: Clay, limestone with rocks Vineyard Area: 25 hectares Producer: Marco Tintero Founded: 1900 Annual Production: 41,000 cases Farming: Sustainable
WineStyles Wine and Cheese Pairing: Sweet wines from our ‘Nectar’ section also pair well with an herbal cheese. Learn more about our wine and cheese pairings here.
ABOUT THE WINERY: The winery’s legacy began in 1900 when a Frenchman named Pierre Tintero set out to Piedmont in search of work. Here, he found a job helping a widow, Rosina Cortese with her small estate, and just a few years later the couple fell in love, married and continued to grow their estate. Passed down from generation to generation, the family eventually took over the adjacent vineyard plots and began growing a small production of Moscato. It wasn’t until 1980, when grandson, Elvio, began experimenting with frizzante wine production, allowing the family to take advantage of the grape’s special affinity to the local terroir. Today, Elvio help’s his son and daughter-in-law run the estate producing fresh, easy and fun wines to drink with friends. Learn more about their story here.
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Since 1996, when the Shull’s planted Harbinger Vineyard high in the Chehalem Mountains, the site produces a lean expression of Pinot Noir in all but the warmest vintages. With over 2400 vines per acre, this single-guyot trellised site is densely planted by Oregon Standards. The top of the vineyard is about 800 feet above sea level, providing cool nights and slow ripening of the 100% Pinot Noir plantings. In the particularly cool vintage of 2011, a switch went on in Scott Shull’s brain…sparkle it! Henceforth, their approach to this 21-year old vineyard has been to focus on classic Méthode Champenoise. In 2015 Raptor Ridge Winery decided to increase the production by adding Tuscowallame Estate Pinot Noir, which comes from their highest block and contains a mixture of clones. Both vineyards are farmed identically. The base wine ferments and rests en tirage for about three years, before disgorgement and dosage to complete the wine for final bottling.
ABOUT THE RAPTOR RIDGE WINERY: Owned and operated by Scott and Annie Shull, the duo have been nurturing Raptor Ridge for 26 years – from a “garage” winery, to the clearing of their vineyard in 2000 and the opening of their tasting room in 2010. The Shull’s winegrowing focuses on quality, consistency and intrigue. Their wines express simplicity, while also having layers of sensory complexity on the palate and mind. Learn more about their journey here.
Gaspard Bulles Sparkling Rosé Loire Valley, France
BUBBLY WINE STYLE
“Bulles”, meaning “bubbles” in French, is the perfect name for this wine. This sparkling, fruity Rosé is full of red berries. It makes for a perfect aperitif wine, great for any celebration, or while snacking on other nibbles.
WINEMAKING: The grapes are handpicked, pressed. The first fermentation occurs with natural yeast in tanks. The wine is then filtered and bottled with liqueur de tirage to start the second fermentation in bottles. The wine is disgorged and topped up with more wine, zero sugar added. Total time in cellar is 36 months.
ABOUT THE GASPARD: Gaspard is one ofJenny & François‘ house labels, these wines come from their exclusive cooperation with carefully selected winemakers in France and beyond. The growers they are partnered with work sustainably and organically to produce the purest wine. These Loire Valley wines focus on the nature of the wine, while also staying in a friendly budget to their consumers. All wines are made with tradition and use the most popular varieties of their regions.Learn more about their story here.
This attractively colored rosé has a sweet nose of red fruits. On the palate, the mouthfeel is light and fresh with flavors of red fruits.
Analysis: 11.5% alcohol / volume
Varietal: 100% Red Grenache
Vineyard: Viña Rials Aging: 6 months on lees Yield: 35 Hl/Ha Vine aged: 22 years Farming: Organic without herbicide, insecticide and inorganic fertilizers Pruning: Royat doble Height and exposition: 100m, EST Soil: Granites (“sualó”) Climate: Maritime Mediterranean Winemaker: Xavier Garcia Annual Production: 5,000 bottles Aging Potential: Drink now or mature for up to 3 years
Food Pairing: Ideal as an aperitif or with fresh pasta, rice dishes, or grilled snails Recent Awards:
Guía Peñín 2018: 87 points
Guia de Vins de Catalunya 2018: 9.14 points
WINEMAKING: “The wine was aged in stainless steel tanks on its own fine lees from November to February in order to give the wine more volume, and to prepare it to improve its evolution throughout time . The second fermentation has taken place in bottle for two months more to attain the sparkling point that we wish.” – Alella Vinícola
Alella Vinícola Ona Blanc de Noir Brut Nature D.O. Alella, Spain
BUBBLY WINE STYLE
Although the Ona Blanc de Noir is a black grape variety, the color is golden with soft reflections. On the nose, there are intense, yet delicate aromas of cherries, strawberries, raspberries, peaches and clean cut grass. On the palate, the bubbles are crisp and well integrated into the wine. The wine is refreshing and highlights all of the flavors of white and red fruit with a honeyed, long finish.
Analysis: 12% alcohol / volume
Varietal: 100% Red Grenache
Vineyard: Viña Rials Aging: Minimum of 12 months in bottle Yield: 25 Hl/Ha Vine aged: 15 years Farming: Organic without herbicide, insecticide and inorganic fertilizers Pruning: Royat doble Height and exposition: 100m, EST Soil: Granites (“sualó”) Climate: Maritime Mediterranean Winemaker: Xavier Garcia Annual Production: 2,500 bottles Aging Potential: Drink now or mature for up to 8 years Recent Awards:
Guía Peñín 2018: 89 points
Robert Parker: 88 points
Guia de Vins de Catalunya 2018: 9.15 points
Great Premi Vinari 2015 Reserva Sparkling Wines
ABOUT ALELLA VINÍCOLA: Family owned and operated, Alella Vinícola has been operating in the heart of the D.O. Alella, Spain since 1906 – just over 9 miles north of Barcelona. Brothers Samuel and Xavier Garcia perform all of the tasks of managing the winery from planting the vineyards to the commercialization of their wines. The winery’s wines are characterized by the Mediterranean climate and are always produced free of herbicides, insecticides and inorganic fertilizers. Learn more about the winery here.
Deep red in color, this wine is full of red fruit aromas with notes of wild berries lifted by its crisp acidity. These sweet aromas of ripe red fruits showcase the authenticity of the Brachetto grape. The Dark Red Semi Sweet wine is made with 100% natural fruit and gluten free.
Analysis: 5% alcohol / volume Varietal: 100% Brachetto Region: Piedmont, Italy Pairing: Serve slightly chilled on its own or with antipastos, prosciutto, fish and white meats.
WineStyles Wine and Cheese Pairing: Sweet wines from our ‘Nectar’ section also pair well with an herbal cheese. Learn more about our wine and cheese pairings here.
WINEMAKER NOTES: “Basic Brachetto is playfully fizzy with two atmospheres of pressure and is known for having low alcohol at 5.5%, a natural range of sweetness. After fermentation, the residual sugar remains relatively high, making the wines sweeter than dry wines. Because the extra sugar stops fermentation early, non-fortified sweet reds tend to be lower in alcohol than dry wines.” – Luca Bosio Vineyards
Straw yellow in color, the Moscato d’Asti DOCG is sweet and smooth with notes of fruit and flower on the palate.
Analysis: 5.5% alcohol / volume Varietal: 100% Moscato RS: 130 g/L Total SO₂: 170 mg/l Cultivation Area: Santo Stefano Belbo Vineyard Altitude: 200/300m above sea level Training System: Guyot Soil: Clayey-Calcerous soil Aging: 2 months on its own yeast Fermentation: 5 days in steel tanks at a low temperature (59° F) Vinification: Without skins Pairing: Enjoy as an aperitif or at the end of a meal with fruits, aged cheeses or hazelnut cake.
WineStyles Wine and Cheese Pairing: Sweet wines from our ‘Nectar’ section pair well with an aged cheese. Learn more about our wine and cheese pairings here.
ABOUT THE WINERY: Located in the center of the Langhe region of Piedmont, Bosio Family Estates was established in 1967 by farmers Egidio and Angela. After being past down through three generations, and with tremendous success, innovation, and support from the family, the company has now taken the name Luca Bosio Vineyards.Learn more here.
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The Roederer Estate Brut is crisp and elegant with complex flavors of pear, spice and hazelnut and is fresh, yet has great depth. It is lightly fruity with great finesse.
Analysis: 12.5% alcohol / volume Appellation: Anderson Valley Varietals: Approximately 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir pH: 3.1 Residual Sugar: 12 g/L Aging: Aged a minimum of two years on the yeast Awards:
93 Points – Wine Enthusiast, December 1, 2020
93 Points – The Wine Advocate, September 2020
93 Points – Decanter, July 2020
92 Points – Decanter, January 2020
92 Points, Smart Buy – Wine Spectator, August 31, 2019
90 Points – Wine & Spirits, August 2019
92 Points, Best Buy – Wine & Spirits, August 2018
93 Points, #27 Top 100 Wines for 2018 – Wine Spectator, July 31, 2018
ABOUT ROEDERER ESTATE: Founded in 1982, Roederer Estate is among a very few California sparkling wine houses that only sources estate-grown fruit and builds upon a centuries-old tradition of winemaking. Nestled in Mendocino County’s Anderson Valley, the Estate’s proximity to the Pacific Ocean allows the grapes to mature slowly on the vine and develop full varietal character. Learn more about the Estate here.
Lucien Albrecht Le Crémant d’Alsace Rosé Brut Alsace, France
BUBBLY WINE STYLE
The Crémant Rosé has nice pink reflections and salmon tones supported by an elegant effervescence. On the palate, there are notes of delicate red fruit that bring roundness and body together to make a complete wine.
Analysis: 11.98% alcohol / volume Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir Residual Sugar: 9.8 g/L Total Acidity: 3.18 g/L Vinification: 100% hand harvested, extended and soft pressed, 6-8 weeks controlled fermentation in stainless steel, then laid on racks for a minimum of 12 months. Aging Capacity: Enjoy it now or keep it up to 3 years Serving Temperature: 44.6ºF-46.4ºF Pairings: Excellent for festive occasions. Awards:
Silver Vinalies Internationales 2020
90 points – Wine Enthusiast 2020
ABOUT CRÉMANT D’ALSACE APPELLATION D’ORIGINE CONTRÔLÉE: “Crémant d’Alsace Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée was created in 1976 to distinguish the wines obtained by the sparkling champagne method. The term “crémant” comes from Champagne where it was fallen in disuse. It was the recognition of the efforts made by several Alsatian winemakers, including the Maison Lucien Albrecht.” – Lucien Albrecht
ABOUT THE WINERY: The Maison Lucien Albrecht’s origins can be traced back to 1698 when Balthazar Albrecht settled in Orschwihr, a small Alsatian village ideal for it’s growing conditions. Eight generations later, the family continues to work in these same unique terroirs creating world renowned wines. Passed down from father to son, each generation has adapted its wine-growing and wine-making methods gradually to get the very best out of the terroir, while still producing authentic wines, characteristic to Alsace. Learn more about the family history here.
Bright clear yellow in appearance, the Vouvray Passeport has a fruit driven nose with subtle aromas of white flowers mixed with peach, pear, pineapple and carambola. On the palate, it is well balanced between fruit and flint, with a nice, refreshing finish.
Varietal: 100% Chenin Blanc Region: Loire Valley, France – near the town of Tours Classification: Appellation Vouvray Contrôlée Soil: Clay and limestone base with sandy patches, where Chenin grows its best Climate: Oceanic, mild and humid Vinification: Pressing of the grapes with overnight settling – controlled alcoholic fermentation to preserve residual sugar Viticulture: Low yields, hand tending, careful selection and minimal interference in the natural ripening of the grapes Pairing: This wine is very versatile. It can be paired well with anything from cheese to appetizers, salads, fish, barbecue, or even spicy food or curry dishes. Best served between 46ºF and 50ºF. Critical Acclaim:
Double Gold Medal – Wine Tasting Competition (WSWA) 2016 – USA – 2015 vintage
Double Gold Medal – York World Wine & Spirits Comp 2016 (2015 vintage)
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ABOUT THE WINERY: In 1725, Irishman, Thomas Barton settled in Bordeaux, France to start is company – now, the city’s oldest active wine house. His grandson Hugh teamed up with Frenchman, Daniel Guestier, and in 1802 their partnership became official. Since then, the company has reached over 130 countries. Learn more about their story here.
The BEX Riesling is brilliant straw color. On the nose, there are aromas of orange blossom, lime and white grapefruit, while on the palate there are mouthwatering flavors of lime and mandarin orange. The wine finishes with notes of minerals and citrus zest.
Analysis: 10.0% alcohol / volume Varietal: 100% Riesling Appellation: Nahe, Germany RS: 2.4% pH: 3.23 TA: .82 g/100ml Aging: Fermented at cool temperatures (52)F-55)F), then aged in stainless steel tanks to enhance the wines fresh fruit characteristics Closure: Twist off to preserve the zesty citrus and bright stone fruit nuances. This allows a slight effervescence to be sealed in, lifting the soft aromas out of the glass. Pairing: Enjoy as an aperitif, pair with a light or spicy cuisine, or serve as a finale with a dessert Critical Acclaim: Exceptional – “Best Buy” – 90 points: Beverage Testing Institute, Oct 2015
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WINEMAKER NOTES – 2014 VINTAGE: “The 2014 growing season was early and fast! Riesling shoots appeared on April 12, three weeks before the norm. Flowering was ahead of schedule and the vines ripened nicely through August when a period of strong rains occurred. Luckily Mother Nature delivered a nice dry September helping the grapes to reach full maturity. The hallmark of 2014 Riesling are sassy wines – crisp and lively with well-integrated acidity.” – BEX Winery
ABOUT THE WINERY: Located 25 miles south of Mosel, in the Nahe (pronounced Nah-heh) region of southwest Germany; BEX Winery works to produce wines highlighting the distinct flavors of its land. Nahe is the most geologically diverse growing region in Germany. It’s known for its red slate/diverse soils, mild climate, and moderate rainfall – making distinct Rieslings with fresh fruit and floral aromas. Learn more about BEX Winery here.
Charles Orban
Von Winning
ABOUT ALELLA VINÍCOLA:
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