J. Schram
Blancs, North Coast
Originally released as our “J. Schram”, with the 2013 vintage this bottling was renamed “J. Schram Blancs” to denote this wine’s Chardonnay-based core. From the inception of Schramsberg’s efforts in 1965, the winery has sought to achieve the greatest elegance and individuality possible in our sparkling wines. J. Schram Blancs epitomizes Schramsberg’s philosophy to create a wine in which no effort has been spared and no care has been omitted. Representing only 2-3% of the winery’s annual production, the Chardonnay-focused J. Schram Blancs blend is assembled from the very best base wine lots of the approximately 300 produced each year. This special bottling is dedicated to Schramsberg’s founder, Jacob Schram, and has been a great success since its premier 1987 vintage was released in 1992.
The vineyards are in Napa at Wilkinson, Schwarze, and Ramsey vineyards; Marin at Stevens vineyard; and in Sonoma at Piedra Libre vineyard. 58% Sonoma, 30% Napa, 8% Marin, 4% Mendocino.
- Region
- California: North Coast
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Varietal Composition
- Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- Aging
- 8 years on its lees prior to disgorgement.
- Alcohol
- 12.51%
Aromas of baked peach, caramel apple, marzipan, and brioche, and finishes with nuances of vanilla custard and bright lemon curd. The elegant palate delivers seamless and concentrated flavors, tropical and citrus fruits, layered with creamy notes of sponge cake and graham cracker. A long finish is driven by a generous and lively acidity.
Wine Spectator
95 Points
2016
"Flamboyant and unapologetically California in style, this sparkler offers rich and succulent Asian pear and baked apple flavors accented with fresh brioche, yeasty nut roll and spice tones that lend a touch of opulence. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir."
— Tim Fish, 2025
