Soter Estate Brut Rose 2017

The Soter Brut Rose Mineral Springs Ranch benefits as usual for this cuvee from a significant share of Chardonnay, and thanks to a first crop from that cepage is the first Soter sparkler to be sourced entirely from the estate. As one would expect, this emphasizes the fruity side of Pinot, here in the form of juicy, ripe cherry and purple plum, benefiting from some offsetting nutty piquancy in a lingering, luxuriant, yet refreshing and mouthwateringly salt-tinged finish. Polished and subtly creamy in texture, it should serve well for at least the next two years.