Tonight, Pam used this to make Bellini's, and it was absolutely perfect. Why use a good bottle of Champagne or sparkling wine when it is going to be mixed? A taste of the bubbly before hand revealed typical Chardonnay aromas, of sweet citrus, lemon, lime, and a hint of mint. The palate revealed more lemon and citrus flavors, with the faintest hint of pineapple and green apple. For under $8, this is a good sparkling to use as a mixer for your favorite bubbly cocktail. Pam made the Bellini's tonight with a nice strawberry nectar, with fresh cut strawberries and raspberries. Needless to say, this was the perfect summer sipper on a beautiful first of June. As for the sparkling itself, I would rate it at 82 points, and would say that it is a good QPR. Will definitely buy again to use for sparkling wine based cocktails! Cheers! http://jerseyfoodies.blogspot.com/2008/06/nv-barefoot-cellars-chardonnay-premium.html
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1/18/2009 - drdebs wrote: 77 Points
Tastes like weak ginger ale and feels like soda given the huge bubbles. Not impressed.
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6/1/2008 - markjahnke wrote: 82 Points
Tonight, Pam used this to make Bellini's, and it was absolutely perfect. Why use a good bottle of Champagne or sparkling wine when it is going to be mixed?
A taste of the bubbly before hand revealed typical Chardonnay aromas, of sweet citrus, lemon, lime, and a hint of mint. The palate revealed more lemon and citrus flavors, with the faintest hint of pineapple and green apple. For under $8, this is a good sparkling to use as a mixer for your favorite bubbly cocktail.
Pam made the Bellini's tonight with a nice strawberry nectar, with fresh cut strawberries and raspberries. Needless to say, this was the perfect summer sipper on a beautiful first of June. As for the sparkling itself, I would rate it at 82 points, and would say that it is a good QPR. Will definitely buy again to use for sparkling wine based cocktails! Cheers! http://jerseyfoodies.blogspot.com/2008/06/nv-barefoot-cellars-chardonnay-premium.html
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8/4/2007 - markjahnke wrote: 82 Points
Great QPR! Happy Birthday M-Dog!
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