Cruse Wine Co. Cruse Tradition Rose (2018 Base)

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling Rose
Producer:
 
Cruse Wine Co.
Label Name:
 
Cruse Tradition Rose (2018 Base)
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
California (sources: Mendocino, Sonoma, Sierra Foothills, Napa)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Noir 68%, Chardonnay 32% (approx.; ~7% red wine component)
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) 96 pts (2018-base NV), Vinous 91 (NV/2019), Decanter 92; multiple top reviews in US wine press

Tasting Note
Pale salmon color, soft mousse. Aromas of cherry, biscuit, toasted notes and forest floor. Bright acidity with red fruit, marzipan and unripe strawberry flavors; saline, tangy finish and lingering savory depth.

Food Pairing
Western: roast chicken, smoked salmon, charcuterie, creamy cheeses, fried foods. Asian: sushi and sashimi, tempura, Korean fried chicken, spicy Thai salads, light Chinese seafood dishes.

Production Method
Traditional (Méthode traditionnelle) press cycle; barrel fermentation on native yeasts with natural malolactic; ~24 months lees aging; disgorged (c.6 g/L dosage) after aging.

Vineyard Info
Cruse Wine Co., led by winemaker Michael Cruse, is a small California producer specializing in traditional-method sparkling wines sourced from multiple family vineyards.