Sokol Blosser 'Bluebird' Sparkling Cuvée NV

In Short

A Pinot Noir and Chardonnay sparkling wine from Oregon's Willamette Valley with bright green apple, citrus, and stone fruit.

Quick Facts

• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Variety: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
• Style: Sparkling
• Best For: Aperitifs, celebrations

Why We Stock It

This is a well-made sparkling wine at a fair price point from a region known for elegant, food-friendly bottlings. Sokol Blosser brings Oregon Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to the bubbles category without the markup that often comes with sparkling wines. It works as an everyday celebratory bottle or an aperitif before dinner.

Tasting Profile

Bright and mineral-driven, with fine bubbles and crisp acidity throughout.

• Aroma: Green apple, citrus, stone fruit, subtle floral notes
• Palate: Lemon zest, white peach, crisp and refreshing
• Structure & Finish: Fine bubbles, clean and mineral-driven finish with pleasant acidity

Winemaking

The wine is made as a traditional sparkling cuvée from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grown in the Willamette Valley. Specific production details are not reliably documented, but the regional approach to sparkling wine typically emphasizes crisp acidity and food compatibility.

Serving & Pairing

Serve between 45 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit; it does not need decanting. Drink it as an aperitif before dinner, or with oysters and raw shellfish where the acidity and minerals cut through the brine. It also works well with lighter appetizers like fresh goat cheese and berries.

The Estate

Sokol Blosser is an established Oregon winery based in the Willamette Valley. The producer works with fruit from the region to create approachable sparkling and still wines.

Terroir

The Willamette Valley is Oregon's most recognized wine region, with cool nights and moderate days that preserve acidity in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The valley's volcanic soils and maritime influence create wines with mineral character and food-friendly structure.