Two contrasting sparklings on the tasting bench: one a reliable NV from Victoria, another a ripe, fruity 2012 vintage from NSW.
Brown Brothers
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay & Pinot Meunier NV
This Brown Brothers wine is as safe bet in an Australian sparkling wine context. The wine sings a steady
tune, with yeasty, bready aromas with fresh strawberry and mild citrus on the
nose, with strawberry fruit and a nice, vibrant mousse on the palate. Finishes
with fresh acidity without harshness you get with many sparkling wines below
$20. Balanced, reliable and fantastic value.
RRP: $18-20
ABV: 13%
Rating: 90 pts
Website: http://www.brownbrothers.com.au/
2012 Rolling Sparkling Pinot Grigio Chardonnay (Central
Ranges NSW)
A blend of 50% chardonnay and 50% Pinot Grigio. Fresh and
vibrant nose of sweet cut apple and pear. Apple and ripe pear prominent on the palate
once again. Smells and tastes sweet from start to the back palate though
finishes crisp and not as cloying as expected. Texturally quite soft and smooth
with pleasant acidity. Quite a simple,
fresh, fruit driven wine that would be popular with many, especially the Sauvignon Blanc
army. Poles apart stylistically to the Brown Brothers NV.
RRP: $18.95
ABV: 13%
Rating: 86 pts
Website: http://www.cumuluswines.com.au/cmls/
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