2021 Sparkling Malvasia Bianca, Betty's Vineyard
St. Helena, Napa Valley
After two years, our inaugural vintage of sparkling wine is here. Grown in Betty's Vineyard, this special release is 100% Malvasia Bianca grapes. Produced using the méthode traditionelle from our winery estate in Napa Valley, this single-vineyard expression is vibrant, full-bodied, and loaded with flavors of stone fruit, green apples, Meyer lemon, and freshly baked bread.
This bright, refreshing wine can be paired with a happy hour, evening event, or cheese plate.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Malvasia Bianca
Appellation
St. Helena-Napa Valley
Vineyard Designation
Betty's Vineyard
Harvest Date
August 2021
Acid
8.6
pH
3.01
Aging
24 months
Bottling Date
March 2022
Residual Sugar
.8
Alcohol %
11.7
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Made in a methode-traditionnelle style, we wanted to make a great sparkling wine using Malvasia Bianca, a non traditional grape for this style of wine. Orange blossoms, green apple, apricot, peaches, and nectarine are enhanced by the creamy mouthfeel. Tiny bubbles from the extended aging has softened the tannins and balances the acid. Technically a Brut, we are thrilled with the outcome of our first Sparkling wine.
Vineyard Notes
Grown exclusively in our estate vineyard on our winery property. Betty's Vineyard has grown this unique Italian varietal for 20+ years. As one of the only growers in Napa , we wanted to show the special characteristics of the Malvasia Bianca. Although a rare varietal in Napa, this grape belongs in the soil it is planted.
Winemaker Notes
Our first authentic sparkling wine. A project started for the staff several years ago, our assistant winemaker saw some potential in what we first made. 2+ years later, after learning a whole new winemaking process, we are proud of our first release.
Food Pairing Notes
cheese, happy hour, life
Production
150 cases
Other Notes
100% Malvasia Bianca
