Reviews & Ratings

2021 Schramsberg Champagne & Sparkling Wine "Blanc de Noirs"

Winery: Schramsberg

Vintage: 2021

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Blanc de Noirs"

Wine Category: Champagne & Sparkling Wine

Grape blend: 82% Pinot Noir & 18% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: North Coast

State or country: CA

Price: $46

Cases produced: 9,900

KWG Score: 94 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Excellent (94)

Review date: December 9, 2024

Wine Review: This hay-colored Blanc de Noirs from Schramsberg opens with lots of random very tiny bubbles. The bouquet displays fresh pizza dough and chamomile tea aromas. On the palate, this wine is light plus bodied with integrated plus acidity. The mouthfeel is nicely balanced, smooth, and elegant. The flavor profile is a lemon verbena and lime blend with notes of chalky minerality and maraschino cherry. I also detected some hints of pineapple and ginger. The finish is dry, and its flavors and refined acidity drift away nicely. The Tasting Panel would pair this Sparkler with a chilled crab cocktail. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: This 2021 Blanc de Noirs opens with enticing aromas of bright citrus, pineapple, raspberry, and cherry, which harmonize with hints of toasted nuts and puff pastry. A tart and tangy entry, showcasing Cara Cara orange, nectarine, and peach, intertwines with a touch of almond cookie. A vibrant acidity in this bottling supports a long quenching finish.

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