J. Schram
Noirs, North Coast
Originally released as our “Reserve”, with the 2013 vintage this bottling was renamed “J. Schram Noirs” to denote this wine’s Pinot Noir-based core. J. Schram Noirs is Schramsberg’s top Pinot Noir-focused brut sparkling wine. Representing 2% of our annual production, this richly flavored and full-bodied sparkler is made from only the finest base-wine lots produced each year. We release this finished sparkling wine nearly nine years after the grapes are harvested, yet this fruitful and dry, toasty and creamy bubbly will age gracefully for decades to come.
Vintage Factsheets
The vineyards are in Marin at Skywalker, and Stevens vineyards; Mendocino at Juster vineyards; and in Sonoma at Nobles, Hurst, Jonive, and Piedra Libre vineyards. 52% Sonoma, 22% Marin, 18% Mendocino, 8% Napa.
- Region
- California: North Coast
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Varietal Composition
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
- Aging
- 8 years on its lees prior to disgorgement.
- Alcohol
- 12.4%
Mango, yellow peach, red apple, cherry,
and orange zest, followed by undertones of vanilla, honey, lemon cookie, graham cracker, brioche,
French toast, and honeysuckle. It’s rich and elegant palate delivers a zesty citrus entry, leading to
flavors of apricot, candied ginger, and milk chocolate. Driven by vibrant acidity, this sparkling
wine carries lively, lavish length to the finish.
Wine Enthusiast
98 Points
2015
"Slightly oxidized with age, this bubbly offers aromas of apple cider, pear cider, yellow plum and saline notes on the nose. The midpalate brings tiny persistent bubbles and medium-firm mousse. Flavors of tangerine, kiwi, sweet tart and umami wrap around orchard fruits. The wine has ample vibrant energy and texture to carry a meal from start to finish."
— Tom Capo, 2025
