Scharffenberger Brut Rose: A Sommelier's Take
Picked and noted by Michael Bottigliero, co-founder & lead sommelier, Bottles Nation
Scharffenberger Brut Rose is a light-bodied dry sparkling wine made from Chardonnay/Pinot Noir, in USA, by Scharffenberger. Sommelier Michael Bottigliero has poured it at Bottles Nation tasting events. It tastes of Strawberry, watermelon, citrus, toast and pairs well with Brunch, salmon and berries.
Michael's take
“Fresh wild strawberry, crisp red apple, subtle toasted brioche, and vibrant, creamy Mendocino sparkling elegance.”
Tasting profile
- Type
- Sparkling
- Grape
- Chardonnay/Pinot Noir
- Country
- USA
- Producer
- Scharffenberger
- Body
- light-bodied
- Acidity
- High
- Tannin
- Low
- Sweetness
- Dry
- Oak
- No oak
- Price
- $$ · $15–25
What to eat with Scharffenberger Brut Rose
- Brunch
- salmon
- berries
- light apps
When to open it
- Celebration
- brunch
- romantic occasion
Where to buy Scharffenberger Brut Rose
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Questions people ask
What does Scharffenberger Brut Rose taste like?
Scharffenberger Brut Rose is a light-bodied dry sparkling wine with notes of Strawberry, watermelon, citrus, toast. Acidity is high, tannin is low and oak is absent. Michael's note: Fresh wild strawberry, crisp red apple, subtle toasted brioche, and vibrant, creamy Mendocino sparkling elegance.
What food goes with Scharffenberger Brut Rose?
Michael pairs Scharffenberger Brut Rose with Brunch, salmon, berries and light apps. It works best for Celebration, brunch and romantic occasion.
How much does Scharffenberger Brut Rose cost?
Scharffenberger Brut Rose falls in Michael's $$ · $15–25 tier. It's a widely available bottle you can find at ordinary wine shops; use the Wine-Searcher link on this page to see which stores near you carry it.
More Chardonnay/Pinot Noir Michael has poured
- Albert Bichot Cremant de Bourgogne Brut Reserve$$ · $15–25
- Argyle Brut$$ · $15–25
- Ca' del Bosco Franciacorta$$$$ · $50+
- Ca' del Bosco Franciacorta Cuvee Prestige Extra Brut$$$$ · $50+
- Gloria Ferrer Brut$$ · $15–25
- Gruet Brut$ · under $15
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