2018 Jardin d'Hiver Cuvée

In 2018, our Château was graced with a dramatic garden conservatory called the Jardin d’Hiver - a grand glass room that immerses our guests in the spectacular Carneros landscape while sheltering from the elements. In celebration, we present this limited edition cuvée, a dry and richly layered méthode traditionnelle Late Disgorged Ultra Brut, a unique and rare combination of low dosage and extended aging that enhances the finely tuned blend of Carneros Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
$64.00

Tasting Notes

This cuvée’s unique blend of extra aging brings a layered creaminess and complexity to the senses while its low dosage makes it very crisp. On the nose the 2018 Jardin d’Hiver opens with aromas of lemon curd, apple, and toasted macadamia nuts. The palate highlights flavors of baked apple pie, dried apricot, ginger, guava, and poached pear. There is a refined elegance to this wine, which extends through a long lingering finish.

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Food Pairings

Our winemaker Zak recommends enjoying this wine over the holidays with baked brie, steamed shrimp, lemon-roasted chicken, or coconut cream pie.

Varietal Composition

Vintage: 2018
Varietal: 54% Estate Grown Pinot Noir, 46% Estate Grown Chardonnay
Alcohol: 12.0%
pH: 3.04
TA: 0.82g/100ml
Sugar (dosage): 0.5%

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