While Chardonnay can achieve captivating still wines on the Niagara Peninsula, its sparklers are swiftly rising in popularity as well. This Blanc de Blancs from Flat Rock Cellars on the Twenty Mile Bench demonstrates why. Sealed by crown cap, the wine ages on its lees for over five years, finding a chalky, pithy texture in the image of Champagne. The younger sibling to Flat Rock's tête-de-cuvée" "Crowned," the "Riddled" bottling is more clean cut and fragrant, singing of lemon blossom and citrus pith.
While Chardonnay can achieve captivating still wines on the Niagara Peninsula, its sparklers are swiftly rising in popularity as well. This Blanc de Blancs from Flat Rock Cellars on the Twenty Mile Bench demonstrates why. Sealed by crown cap, the wine ages on its lees for over five years, finding a chalky, pithy texture in the image of Champagne. The younger sibling to Flat Rock's tête-de-cuvée" "Crowned," the "Riddled" bottling is more clean cut and fragrant, singing of lemon blossom and citrus pith.
Jun 29th, 2018
Smooth small bubbles burst with a nice balance of fruit & acidity, with a dry satisfying finish
Smooth small bubbles burst with a nice balance of fruit & acidity, with a dry satisfying finish
Apr 13th, 2020
Impressive Niagara sparkling. Made in the traditional Champagne method. Great alternative at this price point. First tasted at the Somm Factory. Thanks guys!
Impressive Niagara sparkling. Made in the traditional Champagne method. Great alternative at this price point. First tasted at the Somm Factory. Thanks guys!
Feb 27th, 2017
My favorite bubbles of the tasting. 48 months on lees helps this wine reach a great complexity. Still vibrant and young, cellar-worthy, and a crown cap...very cool.
My favorite bubbles of the tasting. 48 months on lees helps this wine reach a great complexity. Still vibrant and young, cellar-worthy, and a crown cap...very cool.
Mar 5th, 2015
Twenty Mile Bench, Niagara Peninsula, Ontario, Canada
