Reviews & Ratings

2000 Gloria Ferrer Champagne & Sparkling Wine "Late Disgorged Carneros Cuvee Brut"

Winery: Gloria Ferrer

Vintage: 2000

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Late Disgorged Carneros Cuvee Brut"

Wine Category: Champagne & Sparkling Wine

Grape blend: 55% Pinot Noir & 45% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Carneros

State or country: CA

Price: $50

Cases produced: 2,500

KWG Score: 91.2 (based on 5 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: November 2, 2011

Wine Review: This pale yellow colored sparkler opens with a doughy green apple bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and smooth. The flavor profile is a mild mineral infused green pear with tart grapefruit and white pepper notes. The finish is dry and rather refreshing. The panel suggested pairing this sparkler with swordfish skewers. Enjoy – KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: A complex, effusive nose offers ripe apple and rich Asian pear aromas interlaced with bright berry notes, hints of marzipan and biscuity, toasty yeast tones. On the palate, this wine is creamy, plush and remarkably fresh, with layers of lemon curd, baked apple, vanilla and pear flavors intermingling in a very elegant, vibrant and enduring finish. Great pairing with any type of seafood, from raw oysters, cracked crab, steamed mussels, and lobster. Also excellent with cream based risotto.

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