Winemaker Notes
Glamour Girl's story: I'm the bubbly one. I am positively overflowing with good cheer. I turn frowns upside down. You might even call me the life of the party. Celebrations couldn't exist without me. (No bubbly to ring in the New Year? - Unthinkable!) But really, there's no need to save my amazing star qualities for aspecial occasion. I bring moonbeams and laughter and deliciousness wherever I go. So whether it's black tie or blue jeans, sandwiches or steak, bubble baths or bridal showers, add me to your guest list. Promise we'll have the most sparkling time ever!
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.