2020 Perlegos Sparkling Rose [WE93]

Producer: Perlegos  Region: Mokelumne River, Lodi, California Blend: 99% Zinfandel, 1% Assyrtiko Year: 2020 
Wine Enthusiast, 93 Points 
“This wine is deep salmon hued, lush, lifted, with aromas of watermelon, nectarine, citrus cream, and roasted nuts on the nose. The flavors on the palate are strawberry, raspberry, Satsuma orange, sherbet, medium mousse, savory herbs, and a silky supple finish.” 
Winemaker Notes: 
“All of the fruit for this cuvee is grown by our family. The Zinfandel is grown on a 35 year old vineyard we planted when we were in high school. The tiny bit of Assyrtiko added sits along side the Zinfandel vineyard. Its ownrooted and was the first first harvest taken from this small plot. The grapes were all gently pressed together, fermented until dryness. A second fermentation ensued after the wine was put into bottle. The wine aged on the lees (tirage) for a full 2 1/2 years (30 months) before it was disgorged in August 2023. No dosage, or sugar, was added back to the disgorged wine. The wine has a beautiful salmon color with gorgeous notes of wild raspberries, alpine strawberries with hint of green apple.” 
Alcohol: 11.5% 
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