Gloria Ferrer Reserve Brut Royal Cuvee

Gloria Ferrer Reserve Brut Royal Cuvee
Carneros, California

Many European sparkling wine makers have created offshoot companies in California; one of the best, Gloria Ferrer, owes its existence not to a Champagne house but rather to the Spanish Cava producer Freixenet. They stick with Champagne's traditional grapes Pinot Noir (65%) and Chardonnay (35%) and extensive aging to create a sparkling wine with richness and depth: the pear, lemon, and fresh bread dough aromas are matched by a smooth, creamy mouth feel and an elegant finish. This blend was made to honor the King and Queen of Spain's first visit to Northern California, so this is your chance to live like royalty.