NV Mumm Napa Valley Brut Rosé Sparkling Wine

About This Wine

Have you ever known someone who has changed their name?

It can be done for any number of reasons, ranging from the common (getting married and adopting the spouse’s last name) to the unusual (entering protective custody). But this is a wine story, not a USA Network program, so let’s get back to the name at hand: Mumm Brut Rosé.

This is the Mumm Napa Valley wine formerly known as Blanc de Noirs. It offers a bouquet of ripe Pinot Noir fruit, rich with black cherry and strawberry notes. Part of the cuvee is fermented in the press — producing the soft, fruity character that gives the wine its directness — while a small percentage of Chardonnay provides power and structure.

So why the new name? According to a winery spokesperson, “We have changed the name to better reflect the wine's elegant nature.” We can’t argue with that; “Brut Rosé” does have a nice ring to it.

About Sparkling

Tasting Notes

• Grape Composition:85% Pinot Noir and 15% Chardonnay
• Grape Source:Napa Valley, California
• Aromas & Flavors:Strawberry, Black Cherry and Dark Plum
• When to Drink:Now Through 2015
• Food Pairing Suggestionsteamed lobster, or assorted hors d’oeuvres.

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  Easy To Make Guacamole There is no better "appetizer" for a summertime backyard barbecue than chips and guacamole. Try this version with a well-chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc or dry sparkling wine - and don't be surprised if you have to go back and make more. Get The Recipe
  

  Tuscan Style Roasted Game Hens If you're looking for a change from turkey or ham this holiday season, try this easy-to-prepare dish that matches well with both white and red wines. It serves 6... Get The Recipe
  

  Asparagus & Morel Salad Summertime is salad time, and any of your favorite white wines would be great matches for this recipe, courtesy of Masa's restaurant in San Francisco. It serves 4. Get The Recipe