This pretty, salmon-hued bubbly is a great choice for the holidays, whether you’re toasting a special moment or hosting a great dinner party. One of my top choices for value-priced, non-vintage sparkling wines, its elegance and fresh fruit flavors make it compatible with nearly everything. A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, it tastes of black cherry, strawberry, and tangy apple, nicely balanced by complex notes of raspberry, citrus, and toast. A very good deal at BevMo!, it’s $26.99 retail and $23.99 for Club Bev members online at BevMo.com.
This article appears in Dec 16-23, 2010.