2022 Napa Valley
RosÉ de la VallÉe
MÉTHODE CHAMPENOISE
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Delicate aromas of rose petals, white strawberry, and cherry blossom lift from the glass, giving way to subtle hints of fresh cream and honeysuckle. On the palate, the wine is poised and elegant, with subtle red berry notes layered over nuances of crushed oyster shell and a whisper of coastal minerality. As the wine opens up more stone fruit notes start to appear alongside rose water and slight pear flavors.
The mousse is fine and persistent, forming a delicate bead that carries the flavors with precision. Acidity is bright yet seamlessly integrated, lending freshness without sharpness and driving the wine’s balance and finesse.
The finish is lingering, crisp, and refreshing — a clean, mineral-edged finish with bright red fruit and subtle salinity that invites another sip.
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Varietal Composition: 75% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, with Pinot Noir Blended in at Dosage
RS: 5.5 g/L
TA: 7.2 g/L
Alcohol: 12.5%
Harvest Date: August 16, 2022-August 19, 2022
Tirage: February 1, 2023
Disgorgement Date: December 2025
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For everyday moments, pair it with burrata and strawberries, prosciutto with melon or white peach, fresh sushi or sashimi, or simple roast chicken with lemon and herbs. For something more elevated, think seared scallops with brown butter and citrus, Dungeness crab or lobster with drawn butter, freshly shucked oysters with a light mignonette, or a delicate goat cheese tart with spring herbs.