J Vineyards Cuvee 20 Brut
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J Cuvée 20 Brut opens with nuanced aromas of fresh sourdough bread, green apple, tangerine and almond. A dance of bubbles leads to a focused palate that delicately balances sweet and tart notes of raspberry, cherry, wild strawberry and lemon rind, whisked away by a crisp and lively finish.
Pair this versatile sparkler with Asian shrimp dumplings cheese with toasted hazelnuts.
Blend: 51% Chardonnay, 41% Pinot Noir, 8% Pinot Meunier
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Cooked apple with lemon zest and brioche undertones. Lemon pie. Full-bodied and dense with layers of fruit that follow through on the finish. It’s very vinous, meaning winey. Fascinating aftertaste of dried lemons and light toffee. Nuance. Subtle bubbles. Great for pairing with food. Mostly 2017. 52% chardonnay, 42% pinot noir and 4% pinot meunier. 9 grams dosage. Drink now.
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The Somm Journal
Hello, ripe pear; hello, vanilla; hello, peanut and cashew— this light gold blend of 51% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir, and 9% Pinot Meunier greets you with gusto on the nose while bearing flavors of lemon tart and peach cobbler on a creamy palate with a snappy, slightly quinine-bitter finish. J Vineyards & Winery’s inspired suggestion to serve it alongside seared black cod with caramelized cauliflower and Meyer lemon is, truth be told, one we can’t get out of our heads.
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Wine Spectator
Steely and full of snappy acidity, with accents of red apple, gingerbread and lemon tart that build richness and plushness on the lingering finish.
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Wine Enthusiast
Broadly defined in honeysuckle, peach, brioche and moderate acidity, this is a crowd-pleasing and immensely likable sparkling wine. The finish lingers on a deep, nutty tone.
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Decanter
Nicole Hitchcock, head winemaker at classic Sonoma sparkling house J. Vineyards, crafts over 30 wines annually. The Cuveé 20 is their classic blend of the three Champagne grapes across their six estate vineyards in the Russian River Valley and Sonoma Coast. This flagship wine is meant to be fresh, fruit-forward, and to showcase rich texture. Lemon and apple notes give way to toasted nut flavours.
Since 1986, J Vineyards & Winery has developed a reputation as one of the top sparkling and varietal wine producers in California. Known for its celebrated estate vineyards and world-class hospitality, what truly sets J apart is its Traditional Method sparkling process and elevated winemaking techniques. Winemaker Nicole Hitchcock showcases her expertise and the diversity of California winegrowing regions through a portfolio of acclaimed varietal and sparkling wines. Visit the renowned hospitality center in the heart of the Russian River Valley to enjoy one of the many tasting experiences or the innovative pairings created by Executive Chef Carl Shelton in the Bubble Room.