Le Cadeau Blanc de Noirs Sparkling Brut 2017

In Short

A Pinot Noir sparkling wine with brioche and red berry aromas, crisp palate, and fine mousse.

Quick Facts

Vineyard: Le Cadeau Vineyards, OR Variety: Pinot Noir Style: Blanc de Noirs Sparkling Brut Best For: Aperitifs, celebrations

Why We Stock It

Blanc de noirs sparkling wines offer a different character from the usual Chardonnay-based bottlings: this one delivers weight and complexity from Pinot Noir while maintaining the freshness and elegance you want in a sparkling wine. At this price, it's a worthwhile alternative for someone who finds most sparkling wines too delicate or wants something with more structure for food pairing.

Tasting Profile

The wine presents a delicate balance of red fruit character and toasty depth.

Winemaking

The wine is made from Pinot Noir and likely fermented in bottle to create its fine mousse, though the specific method and aging time are not documented. The brut designation indicates minimal residual sugar, allowing the wine's acidity and fruit to take the lead.

Serving & Pairing

Serve well chilled between 45 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit. This wine does not require decanting and is ready to drink now. Try it as an aperitif on its own, or pair it with oysters and raw shellfish where the acidity and mineral notes complement brine and umami. It also works well alongside roasted chicken or soft cheeses where the Pinot Noir's fruit and the wine's creamy texture balance savory depth.

The Estate

Le Cadeau Vineyard is a producer of sparkling wine, though limited information is available about the estate's scale, location, or farming practices.

Terroir

The specific region and appellation for this wine are not documented, making it difficult to characterize the terroir that shaped it.