Winemaker Notes
Created out of love and named in Jean's honor, the family's passion still permeates everything we do at the estate today. Delicate and balanced with bright fruit expression and refreshing finish, our Sparkling Brut Rosé is the ultimate expression of love.
A pale and stunning pink color hints at aromas and flavors of fresh berries and tart cherries led by strawberries and raspberry. Intriguing tropical fruit and Meyer Lemon joined by honeysuckle lead are balanced with a solid acid backbone, noticeable minerality with aromas of wet river rock and a memorable, lasting finish. Principally a blend of California Chardonnay and Barbera.
California enjoys a long history and proven reputation as an admirable source of sparkling wines. Agoston Haraszthy, who established Buena Vista Winery in the mid 1850s, first attempted to make traditional method sparkling wine in California in the 1870s. Shortly thereafter Korbel followed, and with great success. Today domestic producers such as Schramsberg, Iron Horse and J. Wine Co remain at the forefront of the market.
Since the 1970s the state has consistently attracted the attention and investment of large and respected European and French-based firms who are responsible for Domaine Chandon, Mumm-Napa Valley, Roederer Estate and Domaine Carneros (Taittinger), to name a few. Anderson Valley and Carneros remain standout regions for top quality Pinot noir and Chardonnay for these.