This is almost more beer than Champagne. Yeasty, yes. A bit of citrus…uh huh. I think if you put it head to head with a Wit Bier, might not be able to distinguish it.
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This is actually pretty good for the money. $15 locally in Austin. I think it justifies its existence very easily at that price tag. It's dry, it's bubbly, and it doesn't have any off flavors. My wife thought it might have been a touch "fruity", but I actually didn't taste that. The sparkler clearly doesn't measure up to Champagne though. I am leaning more and more in favor of buying only Champagne and opening them more selectively rather than buying this kind of sparkler and opening it more liberally. YMMV.
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Pale straw. Nose is very subtle, with hints of toast and pears. Clean, dry and crisp on the palate, with citrus and apple flavors. The acidity is medium plus and the finish is a little short. Overall, this is a well-made, good value sparkler.
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Pale straw, lively mousse; apples, peaches, lemons, bread dough; tart apple, yeasty, light body, lemony acidity, nice finish. Active bubbles with hint of sweetness but a bit more tart than I prefer. Good with strawberries.
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This was an enjoyable food-friendly sparkling wine. Dry and not overly fruity. Mousse is not refined like a quality Champagne but not a major concern here. Well balanced. A good value.
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1/25/2022 - PaulWeider wrote: 80 Points
This is almost more beer than Champagne. Yeasty, yes. A bit of citrus…uh huh. I think if you put it head to head with a Wit Bier, might not be able to distinguish it.
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12/31/2017 - ThalesGaspar Likes this wine: 88 Points
Very good finish.
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12/9/2015 - Winetex wrote: 85 Points
A Tour of Champagne: Is It All About the Village or the Brand? (Wine and Food Foundation Tasting Room Austin TX): Serviceable bubbles under $15. It is a nice apertif wine and more correct than others in its price range. I've bought this before and would consider it again.
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2/6/2015 - Sourdough Likes this wine: 88 Points
Somewhat simpler and softer than Champagne but nice yeast and citrus profile that works well. Good choice for parties and groups.
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4/5/2014 - KarenMcD Likes this wine: 88 Points
Dry, hints of pear and honeydew. Pairs well with food. Enjoyed it with fried chicken.
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10/21/2012 - steffenpelz wrote:
This is actually pretty good for the money. $15 locally in Austin. I think it justifies its existence very easily at that price tag. It's dry, it's bubbly, and it doesn't have any off flavors. My wife thought it might have been a touch "fruity", but I actually didn't taste that. The sparkler clearly doesn't measure up to Champagne though. I am leaning more and more in favor of buying only Champagne and opening them more selectively rather than buying this kind of sparkler and opening it more liberally. YMMV.
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12/21/2010 - TannicBeast wrote: 86 Points
Pale straw. Nose is very subtle, with hints of toast and pears. Clean, dry and crisp on the palate, with citrus and apple flavors. The acidity is medium plus and the finish is a little short. Overall, this is a well-made, good value sparkler.
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6/11/2010 - ColinR wrote: 88 Points
Pale straw, lively mousse; apples, peaches, lemons, bread dough; tart apple, yeasty, light body, lemony acidity, nice finish.
Active bubbles with hint of sweetness but a bit more tart than I prefer. Good with strawberries.
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3/26/2010 - kalissa wrote: 86 Points
This was an enjoyable food-friendly sparkling wine. Dry and not overly fruity. Mousse is not refined like a quality Champagne but not a major concern here. Well balanced. A good value.
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