Blend
Brut Reserve is a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that showcases the bright fruit flavors characteristic of Napa in balance with the rich, toastiness of yeast aging. This special Extended Tirage release was aged more than 6 years on the yeast, highlighting the toastiness even more.
55% Pinot Noir
43% Chardonnay
2% Pinot Meunier
Style
Brut
Tasting Notes
Grilled bread, cherry, orange
About This Wine
To create this complex sparkling wine, we select some of our more powerful cuvees as blend components, building weight and intensity without sacrificing the fruit characters that bring freshness. This special Extended Tirage release was aged more than 6 years on the yeast, highlighting the toastiness even more.
Blend – 55% Pinot Noir, 43% Chardonnay, 2% Pinot Meunier
Residual Sugar (Dosage) – 6.4 g/L (0.64%)
Style – Brut
Alcohol – 12.5%
TA – 7.3 g/L
pH – 3.12
Time en Tirage – 80 months
Aging Potential – 5-10 years
Profile
This wine opens with aromas of grilled bread, cherry, orange, peach, and red apple. On the palate, rich notes of cherry, grilled peaches, and toast lead to a powerful finish with hints of orange marmalade.
Occasions & Pairings
This would be a great date night wine. Make a flavorful mushroom risotto to enjoy with this toasty release, or take it with you to your favorite restaurant and leave the cooking to the pros.
What Our Winemaker Says
“This special Extended Tirage release was aged more than 6 years on the yeast, highlighting the toastiness even more.”
–Tami Lotz
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