Bubbles: The Results!
Now that the craziness from finals is over... the results are in for the second meeting of The Enthusiasts! The group tasted a few bottles of bubbly while sampling holiday treats and relaxing, see our comments below:
(1) Jaume Serra Cristalino Brut Cava
Grapes:
50% Macabeo, 35% Parellada, 15% Xarel-lo
Where its from:
Spain
Vintage:
n/a
Alcohol:
11.5%
Comments:
The label says... the cava is made in the traditional method, secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle. Further, this would pair excellently with a salad. The group said... fresh and tasty for the price.
Recommend to a Friend?
This is a great wine for the price. Apparently, it is so popular in the United States, it is one of the top imported cavas. This was a great hit at our party - and would make a great hostess gift.
(2) Lamarca Prosecco
Grapes:
Prosecco
Where its from:
Veneto Region of Italy
Vintage:
n/a
Alcohol:
13.5%
Comments:
The label says...
A delicate, well balanced Prosecco showing a good blend of baked apple, sour lemon & grapefruit, with a light creamy mineral texture on the palate. The group said...
Recommend to a Friend?
Most definitely! If you have not found a preferred prosecco - this is definitely a good place to start. Its light and refreshing - the way any great prosecco should be!
(3) Bissinger & Co. Champagne
Grapes:
Traditional champagne blend - chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier.
Where its from:
Champagne region of France
Vintage:
n/a
Alcohol:
unknown
Comments:
The group said... their favorite by far!
Recommend to a Friend?
The champagne region is known for quality and it clearly showed here. The sparkler was well balanced, fruity, and refreshing.
Lesson learned here - you really can not go wrong with a bright bottle of bubbly. There is no need to spend a lot of money as $10 is enough to satisfy even the most advanced of wine afficianados. Most important lesson of all - do not reserve the bubbles for the holiday season alone, it is always a treat to drink. Happy holidays to all!
Cheers!