Francois Montand Champagne Blanc de Blancs (France) – Chardonnay grape
An elegant floral bouquet with a delicate, creamy taste and a great finesse. This French sparkling wine is toasty and complex, showing buttery overtones to the crisp apple and lemon flavors. A stylish wine as well as an exceptional value. {Crisp, Citrus, Apple, Medium-bodied} TotalWine.com
Riondo Prosecco Veneto Frizzante (Italy) – Prosecco/Glera grape
“This effusively fruity, light-bodied offering offers terrific floral notes, persistent effervescence, and a clean, delicate finish. There is not much body or weight in this crystal clean, pure, sparkling white. It is an ideal aperitif to enjoy over the next year. It is an amazing Prosecco.” Rated 90 The Wine Advocate
Chevalier De Grenelle Saumur Cremant (France) – Chenin Blanc grape
In the very heart of the Saumur vineyards, the Caves Louis de Grenelle produce their sparkling wines, made from local grapes, according to an ancestral process of wine-making. It is in cellars, dug from old quarries, that the wines are slowly developed. Their second fermentation is in bottle, like Champagne. Blend of Chenin blanc, Chardonnay and Cabernet Franc. Sherry-Lehmann.com
Segura Viudas Cava Heredad Reserva (Spain) – Macabeo and Parellada grapes
“After four years of secondary fermentation, this limitedrelease wine develops toasted brioche qualities that marry well with the apple and quince notes through the smooth, spicy finish.” Food & Wine 3 STARS, EXCELLENT, RECOMMENDED
“Very solid and sturdy, with aromas of apple, lemon-lime, soda cracker and mineral. The palate is fuller and more flavorful than your average cava, with candied apple, papaya, lime and lemon flavors. Dry, pithy and hinting at complexity on the finish.” Rated 89 Wine Enthusiast Magazine