Scharffenberger Cellars Brut Rosé Mendocino County, CA
John Scharffenberger founded the winery bearing his name in 1981, embarking on a mission to craft unparalleled California sparkling wine, that would rival the best in the world. His success gained him recognition as an innovator in the Anderson Valley region. The business was eventually sold to the Roederer Collection, and today, led by winemaker Jeffrey Jindra and vineyard manager Bob Gibson, Scharffenberger Cellars continues John's mission, garnering fans and awards too numerous to count.*
The Scharffenberger Cellars Brut Rosé is a NV blend of 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir sourced from Mendocino vineyards that benefit from the cooling effects of the Pacific Ocean. Crafted in the two-step "méthode traditionnelle," it has a pale salmon hue with integrated aromas and flavors of fresh raspberry jam and wild strawberries on a cream-covered pastry base. The flavors are layered, round, fresh, fruity and long.*
Press:
93 Points, Jeb Dunnuck:
“Made from 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, the NV Rose is lovely in color and style, tasting of richly rewarding berry fruit and shortbread cookie. Rounded, creamy, and approachable in style, it will please a wide range of palates and stay fresh in the bottle for 5-8 years.”
93 Points, Tasting Panel:
“The poppy on the label of this suave blend of 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir is a tribute to the superblooms that occur throughout California in springtime—but it also hints at the dry wine’s floral subtleties. There’s a faint touch of lilac on a nose brimming with fresh-baked sourdough, cherry, and blood orange, while rose graces the finish, preceded by splashes of wild strawberry, lemon rind, and Gala apple.”
92 Points, James Suckling:
“A nicely dry and appetizing wine with a light copper color, bright fruit flavors and good balance. Flavors of white raspberries, macerated cherries and crisp cranberries light up the palate. A light body and great acidity keep it clean and fresh.”
Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 12.5%
Producer Name: Scharffenberger
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: USA
Region: Mendocino, CA
Vintage: NV
Grape Varietals: 55% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir
Wine Style: Sparkling
Pack Size: 750ml
Container Style: Glass Champagne bottle
Closure Style: Cork & Cage
*adapted from winery notes
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