I'm not going to lie; this is one of the best sparkling wines I have had from California in quite some time. We know that Schramsberg makes great sparkling wines by reputation, but this bottle is the proof in the pudding. Vintage, so it is ages on the lees much longer, and reflects in complexities of honey butter, dough for classic white bread, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla. The pallet is luscious with a Champagne like mousse mouthfeel, golden apples, lemon, and white pears. The bubbles were refined and sophisticated, with focused acidity backing it all up. Well done schramsberg, well done.
I'm not going to lie; this is one of the best sparkling wines I have had from California in quite some time. We know that Schramsberg makes great sparkling wines by reputation, but this bottle is the proof in the pudding. Vintage, so it is ages on the lees much longer, and reflects in complexities of honey butter, dough for classic white bread, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla. The pallet is luscious with a Champagne like mousse mouthfeel, golden apples, lemon, and white pears. The bubbles were refined and sophisticated, with focused acidity backing it all up. Well done schramsberg, well done.
Jun 15th, 2016
This 100% Chardonnay sparkling wine from California is made in the traditional method.
Pale lemon in color.
On the nose, yeast, cheese and some funk.
Dry on the palate with apples, yeast and bread.
Nice vintage sparkling wine with high acidity, yet not too crisp.
Well made and very enjoyable.
This 100% Chardonnay sparkling wine from California is made in the traditional method.
Pale lemon in color.
On the nose, yeast, cheese and some funk.
Dry on the palate with apples, yeast and bread.
Nice vintage sparkling wine with high acidity, yet not too crisp.
Well made and very enjoyable.
Jun 12th, 2015
Standing in a citrus field while eating fresh baked bread. Elegant, complex, and a perfect tipple on a warm February afternoon.
Standing in a citrus field while eating fresh baked bread. Elegant, complex, and a perfect tipple on a warm February afternoon.
Feb 13th, 2015
Baked toast, apple, earthy, almond, and briney on the nose. M+ acid and pear on the finish.
Baked toast, apple, earthy, almond, and briney on the nose. M+ acid and pear on the finish.
Jan 8th, 2015
Nice way to start a holiday party! Thanks for the tutorial on sabering, Zoe!!!
[Catching up on the holidays]
Nice way to start a holiday party! Thanks for the tutorial on sabering, Zoe!!!
[Catching up on the holidays]
Jan 3rd, 2015
Calistoga, Napa Valley, California, USA
