lightness & brightness
The flavors are of black cherries, plums and cola, along with an earthy note, sometimes referred to as “forest floor.” The wine has a lightness and brightness which is enhanced by the natural carbonation, yet the cuvée has a depth of flavor, which is a hallmark of fine Pinot Noirs.
Awards
2018 Rouge'
2022 2022 Sonoma County Harvest Fair Wine / Gold
Tasting Notes
Appellation
Sonoma County
Fermentation
Stainless-steel fermentation, partially barrel aged
Composition
Pinot Noir
Acid / pH
6.2 grams per liter / 3.40
Alcohol
13.0%
Dosage
1%
Winemaking
The red grapes used for KORBEL Rouge California Champagne are crushed into stainless-steel holding tanks where they are fermented for a week or more on the skins. The juice in the tank is pumped over the skins several times daily to extract the color and flavors. After fermentation, the skins are pressed and the new wine is aged in stainless-steel tanks and oak barrels. Finally, the classic méthode champenoise process is used to make the red wine into KORBEL Rouge California Champagne.
Korbel Rouge
A true sparkling red wine, KORBEL Rouge is a medium-dry California champagne made from Russian River Valley Pinot Noir grapes. It has a distinctive color, with intense aromas and flavors of black cherry, strawberry and plum. The rich berries blend nicely with bright tannins and earthy herbal characters.
Enjoy with
Pasta in red sauce, grilled meats, sun-dried tomato dishes
Available sizes
- 750ml
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