Piper Sonoma Brut Rosé Select Cuvée (75cl, 13%)

Piper Sonoma Brut Rosé Select Cuvée is a méthode traditionnelle sparkling rosé from Sonoma County, California, bottled at 13% ABV in a 750ml bottle. It is made from 53% Chardonnay, 39% Pinot Noir, 6% Pinot Blanc and 2% aged reserve wine. The cuvée earned a Double Gold Medal at the 2024 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition and 93 points from Wine Enthusiast in 2023. Each parcel is pressed and fermented separately, and a small percentage of older reserve wine is incorporated into the liqueur d'expédition. The nose shows freshly picked berries, wild strawberry, tangerine, guava and sandalwood. The palate has mango, pineapple, strawberry, tangy red fruits, citrus, peach and apricot. The finish carries toasty mineral notes, stone fruit and crisp acidity.