Winemaker Notes
A blush gold with warm copper highlights, this wine features bright scents of flower blossom, barely ripened white peach, kumquat and lemon/lime, with underlying notes of vanilla wafer, wet stone, and a hint of new leather. Entry on the palate is soft, then expands as kumquat and white peach carry over from the nose, along with dried apricot, lime, and the character of a passing ocean breeze. Extremely fine bubbles provide an elegant presence through to the finish, which trails off with fresh leather, lingering fruit, and subtly vibrant acidity that calls you back for another sip.
Professional Ratings
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Wilfred Wong of Wine.com
COMMENTARY: The Emmolo Sparkling Wine No. 4 is lively, bright, and lasting. TASTING NOTES: This wine shines with aromas and flavors of ripe apples, spice, and a hint of creaminess. Enjoy it with Hamachi, avocado handrolls. (Tasted: March 19, 2022, San Francisco, CA)
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.