J Vineyards & Winery Cuvée 20 Brut

$27.99

SKU 973

750ml

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Winemaker's Notes:

This J non-vintage Brut gracefully opens up with crisp lemon peel, honeysuckle and delicate yeast aromas. Upon entry, these notes follow through to a mix of Fuji apple and grapefruit interlaced with toast, caramel and almond flavors on the mid-palate. The acidity adds just enough liveliness and the citrus zest leads to a lingering, warm pear and lush finish. Demonstrating an illustrious combination of yesterday and today, its fresh exuberance showcases layers of depth and complexity..

Category Sparkling Wine
Varietals
Country California
Region Sonoma County
Appellation Russian River Valley
Brand J Vineyards & Winery
Alcohol/vol 12.5%
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Wine EnthusiastFor a large-production sparkler made from an almost 50-50 split of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, a dollop of Pinot Meunier blended in, this is impressive, dry and refreshing in acidity. Flavors of stone fruit, apple and almond linger on the palate, balanced by a distinct layering of fresh-squeezed citrus, from orange to lime.

Virginie Boone, August 1, 2015
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Wine SpectatorSleek and crisp, featuring floral pear and spicy yeast aromas, with vibrant flavors of lemon, quince and fresh ginger. Drink now. 31,500 cases made.

Tim Fish, December 31, 2012

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