Apogee Deluxe Vintage Sparkling Brut 2021

Pale green gold hues indicate youthful vitality and good ageing potential. The fine mousse is persistent with a small collar of foam at first. The nose shows an initial burst of yeastiness then a lifted floral aroma of white flowers, fresh nectarine from the Chardonnay and aromatic red apple perfume from the Pinot Noir content. There is pastry like yeastiness, minerally, and oyster shell character from the terroir. The palate is lean, refreshing and finely balanced by cool-climate acidity leading to a dry finish (dosage of 8.5 g/L) with an intensely flavoured mid- palate, acidity without bitterness in the finish and a long after-taste. This could be described as a true Vintage style with great flavour intensity and aging ability. Serve with oysters (Tasmanian of course), scallops, caviar, parmesan cheese and biscuits Cellaring potential: 5-15 years from disgorging date, depending on cellar conditions

Region: Pipers River, Tasmania