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California sparkling wine: The Chronicle recommends
California sparkling wine: The Chronicle recommends
Bubbles usually surface on the brain about a month from now. But since wine-related stress seems to spike around Thanksgiving, why not get a jump on our annual topic of domestic fizz? So here's to those who have kept their faith in the fizzy - and dry. NV Schramsberg Mirabelle North Coast Brut ($25, 12.8%): When Schramsberg's nonvintage second bottling is on its game, it's one of the best deals in bubbly. That's the case right now. Mostly made from Chardonnay, it's fresh with pear, freesia and chalk accents, pretty citrus fruit and a wonderful strawberry edge. The texture is...
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14 Noteworthy California Wines
14 Noteworthy California Wines
This week we’ve found something for everyone, from crisp sparklers to a classy Chardonnay, delicious Napa Valley Cabernets, Zinfandel, Syrah, some tasty red blends and even a couple of rosés. Bubbly lovers will be happy to see the recommended bottlings from Schramsberg, Roederer, Korbel and Mumm. At the value end, check out Bogle’s Phantom, a Petite Sirah-based blend that’s toasty, jammy and smooth, at $16. Korbel’s brut bottling is also $16, and the Pedroncelli dry Zinfandel rosé is a mere $10. SCHRAMSBERG Brut North Coast Mirabelle NV Score: 90 "Offers rich aromas of spicy yeast and baked apple and opulent...
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Best of the Best – Sparkling Wine
Best of the Best – Sparkling Wine
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Wine Within Reach
Wine Within Reach
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The Chain Gang
The Chain Gang
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The Party Wine of 2011
The Party Wine of 2011
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New Year’s Sparklers: Bubbles for Every Budget
New Year’s Sparklers: Bubbles for Every Budget
If it feels like New Year's Eve snuck up on you this year, you're not alone. It's been a whirlwind 2009, what with the economy, bizarre weather patterns, missed Olympic opportunities and too many scandals in Illinois politics to really want to rehash. With that, it's about time to put this year behind us and focus on a great 2010, and what better way to do that than with a fantastic bubbly toast on Thursday night. Whether you start your night with some prosecco or cava or hold out for a midnight toast with the big guns, your New Year's...
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Bubbles for the Holidays – Taking a look at Champagne and Sparkling wines
Bubbles for the Holidays – Taking a look at Champagne and Sparkling wines
‘Tis the season for sparkling wine and I don’t hear anyone complaining. Ok, so I do hear some complaints. I’m hearing that there are just too many great choices out there, and people want help sorting through the billions of bubbles. With 49 million bubbles per bottle I think I may be understating the situation here. California has made great strides towards improving the overall level of sparkling wines produced in the state since Schramsberg bottled theirs, and the states, first Methode Champenoise Chardonnay Blanc de Blanc sparkling wine way back in 1965. While I still rank Schramsberg as the...
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A Sparkling Choice
A Sparkling Choice
Schramsberg Vineyards Brut Rosé"The salmon shade of this Californian sparkling rosé makes a knockout impression. Its dry, minerally flavors pair as well with creamy cheeses as they do with spicier fare. Serve as a cocktail on Thanksgiving or with a turkey sandwich the next day"
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Exploring Napa Valley: Touring At The Top
Exploring Napa Valley: Touring At The Top
Schramsberg offers one of the more unique and historic experiences in Napa. An informative tour leads small groups through the romantic, mysterious yet beautiful moss-covered caves, covers the history of this family-run winery, and offers a comprehensive explanation of their hands-on sparkling wine process. Afterward there is a relaxing, sit-down tasting in a handsome room, with an assortment of Schramsberg bubblies served. The Sparkling Affair option pairs the wines with tasty bites such as a puff pastry brimming with salmon, crème fraiche, caviar and dill. Click here for the entire article.
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