2021 Migration Russian River Valley Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine Running Creek Vineyard
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Highlighting lush flavors, bright acidity and impeccably balanced French oak, Migration is dedicated to crafting wines from the finest cool-climate winegrowing regions. Made using Chardonnay from our acclaimed Running Creek Vineyard that was harvested specifically to make sparkling wine, this dazzling low-dosage Blanc de Blancs was aged for a year in barrel and tank before spending two years en tirage. The result is a vibrantly elegant sparkling wine with a tantalizing mousse and finely detailed layers of peach, apple, citrus blossom and honeysuckle.
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay; Méthode champenoise
Winemaker Notes
Effervescent and vibrant, this Blanc de Blancs enchants with a bouquet of white peach, delicate florals, Meyer lemon, and brioche. On the palate, green apple, citrus, and honeysuckle interplay gracefully, underpinned by subtle minerality. Its crisp texture and invigorating flavors culminate in a lively, refreshing finish.
Production
With just 50% of our average rainfall to start the season we took proactive measures in our vineyards, including early suckering and pruning, careful cover crop management and targeted irrigation to ensure healthy vines. Spring and summer brought mild-to-warm temperatures that allowed the grapes to ripen slowly and evenly, resulting in early flavor development at lower Brix with high acidity. To achieve balanced acids with even more flavor development we waited patiently until September 1st to begin our Chardonnay harvest and completed our last Pinot Noir pick on October 2nd. The resulting wines offer ideal ripeness, supple textures and beautifully concentrated flavors.
Wine Specs
Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Blanc de Blancs
Appellation
Russian River Valley
Vineyard Designation
Running Creek Vineyard
Acid
0.86 g/100 ml
pH
3.10
Aging
7 months in neutral French oak. 24 months en tirage.
Alcohol %
12.5
