Gruet Mixed Sparkling

Tasting notes & discussion 65

Blanc de Noirs typically $17/bottle, Brut $15/bottle, and Sauvage $20/bottle from Gruet
Winery located in New Mexico
Both Blanc and Brut received 90’s from Wine Spectator
Available for AZ; CA; CO; CT; DC; FL; GA; IA; ID; IL; IN; KS; MA; MD; ME; MI; MN; MO; MT; NC; ND; NE; NH; NM; NV; NY; OR; PA; SC; SD; TN; TX; VA; VT; WA; WI; WV; WY
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About Gruet Winery
Founded 1984, Gruet’s specialty is sparkling wines of the Methode Champenoise variety. What is Methode Champenoise you might ask? Well, dear reader, it is the traditional method of fermentation used in the production of sparkling wines and Champagne. The wine ferments once in a barrel, and then undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle. Operating out of New Mexico, the winery’s roots trace back to Gilbert Gruet’s Champagne House in Bethon, France. Family-owned, they’ve reached a place of respect and acclaim among the nation’s top sommeliers.

Diatomaceous Rex

TASTING NOTES:
Blanc de Noirs: “…aromas of berry and pear, complimented by a rich, round mouth feel on the palate. It finishes with a layer of cream and pleasant, warm toastiness.” (AbV 12%, pH 3.12, Acidity 70 PPM, RS 1%)

Sauvage: “…aromas of bright mineral and citrus notes tickle the nose followed by touches of green apple, lemon and grapefruit. The finish is structured, flavorful and long.“ (AbV 12%, pH 3.05, Acidity 76 PPM, RS 0.04%)

Brut: “…green apple and citrus with mineral notes make for a delightful start to this traditional sparkler. Our Brut NV offers bright, crisp acidity complimented by a touch of yeast on the delightfully long finish.” (AbV 12%, pH 3.07, Acidity 76 PPM, RS 1%)

BARRELS
All were filtered with diatomaceous earth and bottle aged.

TANGENTIALLY RELATED FACT to help you make conversation over this wine:
Diatomaceous earth refers to fossilized diatoms forming a porous sediment that liquids can be filtered through. Notably, it filters without removing or altering the color, taste, or nutrients.

PAIRS WITH (winery recommended):
Sauvage pairs well with oysters, sushi and cream sauces. The Blanc de Noirs can pair with most foods as well.

OR (really-going-with-the-theme-option):
Dinosaur. Or the closest approximation. So probably chicken.

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