Product Overview
The non-vintage Scharffenberger Brut Rosé Excellence is made by the méthode traditionelle process, whereby the wines are individually bottle-fermented before being riddled and disgorged. Most of the base wines underwent malolactic fermentation, which softens and rounds out the blend. The fruit balance and color are achieved by adding between four and five percent of Pinot Noir wine to the blend before undergoing second fermentation in the bottle. The wine has a pale salmon hue with integrated aromas of fresh raspberry jam and wild strawberries on a cream covered pastry base. The flavors are layered, round, fresh, fruity, and long.
Varietal Composition: 58% Chardonnay, 42% Pinot Noir
Appellation: Mendocino County
Aging: Aged an average of two years on the yeast
89 Points - Wine Enthusiast
"Smooth and modestly fruity, this medium-bodied bubbly offers light cherry and raspberry flavors that ride a fine bead of effervescence. It's very pleasant to sip and has a soft finish." -JG, 12/1/20
87 Points - Wine Spectator
"Snappy and refreshing, with modest strawberry and orange zest flavors. Drink now. 4,500 cases made." -TF, 4/3/23
