Brut
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Piper Sonoma Brut is dry and fresh with aromas of citrus fruits, apple and orange blossom. On the palate flavors of green apple, mandarin orange and brioche, with a long elegant finish.
98 points, Best of Show Sparkling Wine, Best of Class - Sunset International Wine Competition 2024
92 points, Gold Medal - Los Angeles International Wine Competition 2024
92 points - Wine Enthusiast, 2023
90 points - Wilfred Wong, 2023
Gold Medal - San Francisco Chronical Wine Competition 2024
Wine Profile
Tasting notes
Primarily composed of Chardonnay, with some Pinot Noir, our Brut is dry and fresh, with a long elegant finish, possessing crisp citrus flavors with hints of green apple, mandarin orange and brioche. Delicious on its own or the perfect foundation for memorable mimosas and other classic cocktails such as our signature Sonoma 75. This sparkling wine pairs perfectly with crab cakes, sautéed shrimp or sushi.
Awards
98 points, Best of Class, Best of Show Sparkling Wine - Sunset International Wine Competition 2024
Vineyard Notes
With nearly forty years of experience in Sonoma County, the winemaking team source from more than 20 growers, some of whom, like the Greene, Young and Ledbetter families, have been supplying grapes for more than three decades. Many growers have adopted voluntary no-till farming practices, with a strict adherence to hillside ordinances. Sustainable agriculture and integrated pest management techniques have been integrated and organic or naturally derived fertilizers are utilized, while composted grape material is used as fertilizer to increase water efficiency and help build soil structure.
Winemaker Notes
Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc fruit is hand picked and brought directly to the winery. Each parcel is pressed and fermented separately, creating an extensive selection of base wines to choose from. Winemaker Keith Hock then tastes each component and selects those base wines that show potential to produce exceptional wine. The cuvée is placed en tirage for secondary fermentation in the bottle prior to disgorgement. Finally, a small percentage of older reserve wine is included in the liqueur d'expedition adding further complexity and texture.
Production
70% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir, 3% Pinot Blanc, 7% Aged Reserve Blend
Wine specs
Appellation
Sonoma County
Blend
70% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir, 3% Pinot Blanc, 7% Aged Reserve Blend
Production Method
Méthode Traditionnelle
Residual Sugar
6.5 g/L
Alcohol %
13.5
Wine Enthusiast
92
