2016 Aviatrix Sparkling Wine

100% Pinot Noir from Napa County AVA (Blanc de Noir) - Méthode Champenoise

Harvest date: Aug 23, 2016

Some Chemistry:  12.3% alc. T.A. 7.2, pH 2.98, Dosage 3.1g/L

Bottling date: April 20, 2017

Disgorgement date: Nov 17, 2021

Release date:  June 1, 2022

Production: 175 cases

Label: Artwork by Ryder Richards, design by Michele LeBlanc.

Tasting Notes: Tasted 5/23/22 by Heidi, Chelsea & Remi Barrett

Graceful streams of tiny bubbles illuminate the delicate salmon hue in this sparkling wine that is poised with elegance from the moment the cork is popped. Integrated and tightly knit, with clean aromas and enticing flavors of barely-ripe strawberry, pomelo, asian pear, and allspice, and a complex biscuit-like note from 5 years aging on the lees. Barely detectable dosage gives a round, creamy impression while still tasting quite dry and refreshing. Wonderfully unique, balanced, and food friendly, this sparkler brings an old-world refinement and celebratory air to any occasion!