A Few Afternoon Bubblies

Gloria Ferrer & Domaine Carneros
Tasted Wednesday, April 30, 2008 by AllRed with 302 views

Introduction

We spent Wednesday afternoon just relaxing, enjoying views of the valley sipping some sparklers with a stop at Ravenswood in between for some Zins.

Flight 1 - Gloria Ferrer (2 Notes)

Ferrer is the more relaxed atmosphere of the two, where you purchase wines by the glass, which are brought to your table with almonds and dried fruit. Cheeses and other items are also available for purchase, should you need something more substantial. Sit off to the side nearest the bushes, and the local finches & sparrows will flit about near your table.

  • NV Gloria Ferrer Blanc de Blancs 89 Points

    USA, California, Napa / Sonoma, Carneros

    Pale yellow color with aromas of apple and pear, and a nice yeasty undertone. Good bead and texture on the palate, with apples dominating the palate. Finishes full and rich with nutty fruit flavors. $5/glass.

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  • NV Gloria Ferrer Brut Rosé 87 Points

    USA, California, Napa / Sonoma, Carneros

    Pale copper color. Aromas of strawberry, cherry and rose petals. Flavors of red berries, dough and raspberries, with a decent, if slightly short, finish. $9/glass.

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Flight 2 - Domaine Carneros (3 Notes)

Carneros has adequate indoor and outdoor seating, with the outdoor patio overlooking the gorgeous tiered gardens. The sparklers and still wines are served in flights, and there are many options for food to accompany the wines.

  • 2004 Domaine Carneros Brut 89 Points

    USA, California, Napa / Sonoma, Carneros

    Production of 20,000 cases from 95% estate fruit with national distribution. The wine is aged three years prior to release, and the 2004 is a blend of 65% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Blanc. It has a light gold color, with apple and citrus notes. Flavors of apple and lemon peel on the palate, with a subtle nutty quality on the finish.

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  • 2002 Domaine Carneros Le Rêve

    USA, California, Napa / Sonoma, Carneros

    A blend of 98% Chardonnay and 2% Pinot Blanc which is aged 6 ½ years on the lees. Pale yellow color with aromas of apple dry dough. Somewhat creamy texture, with apple and pear flavors dominating, along with s light toast note.

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  • NV Domaine Carneros Brut Rosé 89 Points

    USA, California, Napa / Sonoma, Carneros

    The brut rose is 65% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay with 5% still red wine added in. It has a light copper/pink color with strawberry and red berry aromas. Good acidity and texture, with strawberry and berry flavors on the palate. 89+ pts.

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