SCHARFFENBERGER BRUT EXCELLENCE, ANDERSON VALLEY CALIFORNIA

Scharffenberger Brut Excellence is a distinguished sparkling wine from Anderson Valley, California, crafted using the traditional méthode champenoise.

Tasting Notes

• Appearance: Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles.

• Aroma: Inviting notes of white peach, apple, and fresh-baked brioche, complemented by hints of raw almond and subtle soil tones

• Palate: Broad and mouth-filling with a creamy mousse. Flavors of red berry fruit, apricots, and tangerine are layered with textures of crushed river stones, leading to nutty overtones on the finish.

• Finish: Crisp and refreshing, with lingering notes of citrus and a touch of minerality.

Accolades

Scharffenberger Brut Excellence has received notable recognition:

• Wine Enthusiast: Awarded 92 points, describing it as "dry, appetizing and complex," with "intricate aromas of butter, almond and toast," followed by "mellow fruit flavors, lingering spices and a suave texture.

  
  

• Food & Wine: Featured as a top sparkling wine under $30, noted for its "brioche-scented and citrusy" profile.