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NV Tarlant Brut Zero

Light golden color with small elegant bubbles. Tangerine, acacia honey and apple blossom on the nose. Crisp and zesty champagne with flavors of Meyer lemon, a little brioche and iodine. A hint of tangerine in the lingering finish. Pair with oysters or drink as an aperitif.

posted on: Feb 1, 2012 | author: Caroline Henry

2002 Perle d’Ayala Nature

Golden in color with very fine bubbles. Grapefruit, Meyer lemon and a white nectarine on the nose. Delicate yet vibrant wine with flavors of ripe Meyer lemon, kumquat and tarte tatin. Some vanilla notes in the long finish. Pair with lobster thermidor.

posted on: Feb 1, 2012 | author: Caroline Henry

NV Ayala Cuvée Rosé Nature

Lovely salmon color and fine mousse. Strawberries and ripe raspberries and some brioche on the nose. Crisp with great weight. Flavors of ripe red fruit (strawberries, raspberries) and warm brioche, great minerality in the finish leave the palate very clean. Pair with fresh salmon.

posted on: Feb 1, 2012 | author: Caroline Henry

NV Ayala Brut Nature

Light yellow in color. Meyer lemon and apply nose; elegant champagne, with flavors of quince, red apple and Meyer lemon. A little brioche and great mineral notes in the longish finish. Drink as an aperitif or pair with grilled scallops.

posted on: Feb 1, 2012 | author: Caroline Henry

Franciacorta: High Standards for High...

Franciacorta has the most demanding standards for any sparkling wine region in the world. They're a substitute for tradition, because the Italian region has been in the bubbles business for only 50 years, which is nothing in Europe.

Franciacorta: High Standards for High Quality Bubbly
posted on: Dec 25, 2011 | author: W. Blake Gray

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