Carboniste Sparkling Albariño 2023

Gomes Vineyard in Rio Vista, CA has deep, rich soil, well fed from the Sacramento River. It is dry farmed without cultivation and is transitioning to organic farming certification.

Whole-cluster pressed and fermented in tank with native yeast for 3 weeks. Fermentation sediment was kept with the wine until bottling without the addition of sulfur dioxide or the presence of malolactic fermentation. Once bottled, it is aged for 4 months. After a light dosage, small amount of wine and sugar are added just before it is capped.

Tasting notes: A light and fresh with notes of gooseberry, kumquat and stone fruit blossom

12% ABV