🍾 Villa Maria Sparkling Cuvée Brut
Country: New Zealand | Region: East Coast
Appellation: East Coast | Grape Varieties: Chardonnay & Pinot Noir (traditional method blend)
Style: Sparkling Wine (Brut) | Winemaking: Bottle-fermented in the traditional method; aged on lees for texture and complexity
Farming: Sustainable
🌟 A vibrant and elegant sparkling wine from New Zealand’s East Coast—zesty, floral, and delightfully refined with a touch of classic richness.
👁 In the Glass:
Pale lemon with a fine, persistent bead—bright, lively, and pristine.
👃 On the Nose:
Fresh and aromatic, offering notes of lemon zest, green apple, and white blossoms. Subtle undertones of brioche and biscuit add complexity and charm.
👅 On the Palate:
Crisp and refreshing, with vibrant acidity and flavours of citrus, crunchy pear, and a touch of stone fruit. A hint of brioche enriches the mid-palate, while the finish is long, dry, and finely balanced with a mineral edge.
🍽 Food Pairing:
Perfect as an apéritif or with fresh oysters, sushi, goat cheese, or tempura vegetables. Its freshness and precision make it incredibly versatile for light and celebratory fare.
⏳ Ageing Potential:
Enjoy now for its brightness and balance, or over the next 2–3 years as the brioche notes develop further.
✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Villa Maria’s Sparkling Cuvée Brut delivers classic elegance with a New Zealand twist—lively, floral, and beautifully crisp, with just enough richness to keep it interesting. Whether toasting a special moment or simply enjoying the sparkle of everyday life, this bottle brings effortless charm and finesse.
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