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Date Printed: 5/21/2013
Schramsberg J. Schram 2004
Schramsberg J. Schram 2004
 (search item no. 110688)
collectible wine

Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 97 points
Wine Enthusiast rating: 96 points
PRICE ON 5/21/2013: $89.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2005 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 97 points
2005 Wine Enthusiast rating: 95 points
2005 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
2003 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 95 points
2003 Wine Enthusiast rating: 94 points
2003 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
2001 Wine Enthusiast rating: 95 points
2001 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
2001 The Wine News rating: 91 points
2001 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 90 points
2000 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 95 points
2000 Wine Enthusiast rating: 94 points
1999 The Wine News rating: 95 points
1999 Connoisseurs' Guide rating: 94 points
1999 Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
1998 Wine Enthusiast rating: 94 points
1997 Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
1996 Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
1995 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
1995 Wine Enthusiast rating: 92 points
1993 Wine Enthusiast rating: 87 points

Winemaker's Notes:

 The 2004 J. Schram has aromas of fresh green apple, apricot and lime and a bit of minerality. In addition there is a creaminess of vanilla custard, and marzipan followed by fresh baguette. Flavors of orange, melon and lemon are present with some lime pith. The fruit is accentuated by warm spices, cinnamon and nutmeg. The texture is rich and tangy with an acidity that is long and balanced.

J. Schram is appealing on its own as an aperitif or enjoyed with fresh shellfish, caviar, smoked salmon, tangy cheese, seafood brochettes or risotto with prosciutto.
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About Schramsberg Vineyards:

 Focused on Schramsberg's top Chardonnay barrel and tank lots, and aged for seven years prior to release, J. Schram is the winery's signature Brut sparkling wine. Jack and Jamie Davies revived the historic vineyards and cellars in 1965, with a mission to produce California's first world-class sparkling wines. Today, led by their son Hugh, Schramsberg's team continues with this commitment to quality and innovation. Schramsberg also produces the J. Schram Rose, Reserve, Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs, Brut Rose, Cremant Demi-Sec and J. Davies Diamond Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon.