2020 napa valley
blanc de noirs

MÉTHODE CHAMPENOISE

  • Vintage: 2020

    Varietal Composition: 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay

    RS: 7.5 g/L

    TA: 8.0 g/L

    Alcohol: 12.5%

    Harvest Date: August 17, 2020-August 31, 2020

    Tirage: February 1, 2021

    Disgorgement Date: January 15, 2023

  • Elegant streams of ultra-fine bubbles fill the glass, complemented by generous aromas of bright lemon, freshly cut hay, and a hint of strawberry and currant. The palate is crisp and vibrant, showcasing a concentration of flavors that range from ripe Meyer lemon to white cherry, white peach, gentle notes of honeyed brioche and a whisper of buttered croissant. The energetic and lively bubbles persist alongside the heightening complexity of aromas. With a barely perceptible dosage, the result is an evocative representation of Carneros terroir with a finish that is bright, clean and endlessly refreshing.

  • The Napa Valley Blanc de Noirs pairs beautifully with a diverse array of foods, including chicken paillard with arugula and shaved pecorino, grilled swordfish with green olive and tomato tapenade, or a goat cheese omelette.

blanc de noirs accolades

  • “Bright, bursting acidity gives it enduring lift in the glass, highlighted by Meyer lemon, wet stone and sea breeze. This is a standout sparkler with length and complexity.”

    - Virginie Boone May 2020

  • “A handsome bubbly, with polish and a vibrant structure, offering strawberry and citrus flavors, accented by blanched nut and yeasty spice notes.”

    - Tim Fish March 2020