Two wineries that have become synonymous with Healdsburg are the nowlegendary Seghesio Family Vineyards and the Jordan Vineyard & Winery.The Seghesio winery and tasting room are right in town and the hostedFamily Tables program is something to experience. Every Friday throughSunday, by reservation,...
Ageing in Pommery’s famous cellars takes 36 months, over double the regulatory minimum of 15 months, and enough to gain noticeable leesy character. On the nose it’s the Chardonnay that grabs the attention with fresh lemon and lime notes, but then on the palate there are also appley note...
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Malolactic fermentation is blocked for freshness and balance – an essential decision. Interestingly the second fermentation is all handled by Marlborough’s sparkling experts No 1 Family Estate. The fruit is tropical but stylish, I suspect partially due to the particular Chardonnay clones which were...