Carboniste Rose of Pinot Noir California Sparkling Wine 2023

WINERY NOTES:

(Sea Urchin)

TASTING: “Our Sea Urchin is a young fresh expression of Pinot Noir with notes of wild strawberry and guava. It pairs well with a wide range of fresh foods including uni (sea urchin).”

VINEYARDS: "This wine is sourced from the cool-climate vineyards of Viste Verde Vineyards in San Benito, directly inland from Monterey and influenced by the coastal climate of the Pacific.

WINEMAKING: "(Traditional + Modern) A blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay, the grapes were pressed whole cluster and settled for 1-2 days as juice. Clear juice helps to retain the purity and focus of this wine.  The Chardonnay and Pinot Noir was fermented separately in barrel with native yeast at 60-70°F. The fermentation sediment was kept with the wine until bottling without the addition of sulfur dioxide. The wine was bottled with fresh yeast and a small amount of sugar.

After 3 to 4 months in bottle, the yeast had consumed the sugar, the sediment was removed, and we added back a small amount of wine and sugar. After a light dosage, the bottles were capped again in order to preserve the natural youth and freshness of the wine.

We prefer crown caps as a final closure. They are safe and easy to open, and they are trusted across the world to age wines before disgorging (including Champagne!)"