Champ Palmer Rose Solera NV

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling Rose
Producer:
 
Champ Palmer
Label Name:
 
Rose Solera NV
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne (Montagne de Reims)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Acidity:
 
5
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
James Suckling 96; Decanter 95; Bettane & Desseauve 94; Wine & Spirits 93; Wine Advocate (Robert Parker) 92; Wine Spectator 90

Tasting Note
Pale rose-gold with wild strawberry, red currant and raspberry, layered with vanilla, cinnamon, brioche and saline notes. Fine mousse, creamy texture, fresh acidity and a lingering, elegant finish.

Food Pairing
Western: smoked salmon, seared tuna, roast chicken, charcuterie, soft cheeses, berry desserts. Asian: sushi/sashimi, prawns or salmon tandoori, green curry with vegetables, spring vegetable samosas, grilled red mullet.

Production Method
Traditional méthode champenoise using a solera reserve of red wine, ~30–35% reserve wines, aged on lees 2–3 years; low dosage (6–8 g/L).

Vineyard Info
Palmer & Co, founded 1947 by seven grower-families in the Montagne de Reims, sources Premier/Grand Cru fruit; cellar master Xavier Berdin oversees blending and the solera program.