Mumm DVX Brut 2007
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Perfect on its own as an evening starter, it will alsobe a perfect match for a wide selection of foods, from Italiandishes to poultry.
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Rich yet beautifully focused, with aromas of citrus, rubber and fresh ginger leading to crisp, complex flavors of baked pear, brioche and fresh lemon, lingering on a spicy finish. Drink now through 2016. 3,375 cases made.
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Half chardonnay and half pinot noir, Mumm’s DVX is a barrel selection coming mostly from vineyards in Carneros and Oak Knoll. The 2007 is bright and impeccably balanced, a resinous sage fragrance coursing through rich, ripe fruit—think white peach—rounded by subtle yeasty flavors and supported by acidity that feels crisp and refreshing. Serve it as a decadent aperitif or with pumpkin ravioli in browned butter. (3,375 cases)
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