This 2012 Schramsberg is a Blanc de Blancs meaning that it is made
from 100% Chardonnay. This sparkler is made in the Methode Traditionelle
in Calistoga, California.
The
Chardonnay grapes are sourced from the North Coast Appellation coming
from specifically 63% Napa, 30% Sonoma, 4% Mendocino, and 3% Marin. The
wine is mostly (79%) fermented in stainless steel with 21% being
fermented in barrels.
This sparkling wine has a pale straw color with tiny streaming bubbles forming a fine mousse in the glass.
There
are enticing aromas of nutty citrus, bitter grapefruit with some creamy
sweet brioche. On the palate the citrus stands out with lemon and
grapefruit flavors being served on toasted bread with creamy butter.
This nicely follows through in the finish.
Lady Elena Caviar Pairing
O My Setra Caviar (Osetra): The
nutty creaminess of the Osetra Caviar is complementing the nuttiness in
the Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine and leaves you with a
clean finish. A great Lady Elena Caviar pairing.