Considered one of the purveyors of sparkling wine in California, a bottle of Schramsberg is definitely worth sitting on your holiday table. Extra Brut, in particular, is a bottle worth celebrating that is known for being very dry. The sugar level is very low compared to other bruts, and since the grapes are grown in a cool climate, they have high acidity that produces a complex palate of grapefruit, apricot, brioche, honey and baking spices. The tart mid-palate leads to a long-lasting finish, while other notes found on the nose include yellow apple, pear, strawberry and orange zest. Pair this bubbly bottle with cherry-glazed pork tenderloin or classic duck à l'orange.
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