Schramsberg Vineyards
Late Disgorged Blanc de Blancs Brut Chardonnay
Calistoga, Napa Valley, California, USA
@Delectable Wine : This is the Late Disgorged BdB.
My bottle as part of a bubbles lineup with a local group. Other standouts were 2008 Cristal, 2004 Dom, Krug 168, Schramsberg Reserve LD 2004, and the unanimous winner, 2004 Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Millenaire.
Lots of fun comparing this to the 2004 LD Reserve version. I’ve been fortunate to have a lot of older Schramsberg and my thoughts remain the same…JSchram with age is my preference whereas I love the Reserve young.
Super leesy. 17yrs on the lees to be exact. It sports a baked profile aromatically (baked tropical fruits), fresh lemon scone, orange marmalade, and honey roasted nuts. Rich and full-bodied on the palate with a profile reminiscent of aged Le Mesnil. Great acidity and mousse. Slight truffle flair, alongside caramel apple, baking spices, and buttered honey braid. The only note missing from this to make it a dead ringer for old champagne is limestone. Otherwise, this was gorgeous. The Reserve shows much more youth at this age as well as red berry fruit, but texturally, this can’t be beat. Drink up.
@Delectable Wine : This is the Late Disgorged BdB.
My bottle as part of a bubbles lineup with a local group. Other standouts were 2008 Cristal, 2004 Dom, Krug 168, Schramsberg Reserve LD 2004, and the unanimous winner, 2004 Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Millenaire.
Lots of fun comparing this to the 2004 LD Reserve version. I’ve been fortunate to have a lot of older Schramsberg and my thoughts remain the same…JSchram with age is my preference whereas I love the Reserve young.
Super leesy. 17yrs on the lees to be exact. It sports a baked profile aromatically (baked tropical fruits), fresh lemon scone, orange marmalade, and honey roasted nuts. Rich and full-bodied on the palate with a profile reminiscent of aged Le Mesnil. Great acidity and mousse. Slight truffle flair, alongside caramel apple, baking spices, and buttered honey braid. The only note missing from this to make it a dead ringer for old champagne is limestone. Otherwise, this was gorgeous. The Reserve shows much more youth at this age as well as red berry fruit, but texturally, this can’t be beat. Drink up.
Love this vintage. Sour salty creme brûlée.
Love this vintage. Sour salty creme brûlée.
Dec 13th, 2020Fascinating. 08 Disgorged 2019. Marzipan, caramel, baked fruit. The acidity and citrus is a bit subsided
Fascinating. 08 Disgorged 2019. Marzipan, caramel, baked fruit. The acidity and citrus is a bit subsided
Aug 9th, 2020These late disgorged Schrams really get it done. Nice rich creaminess.
These late disgorged Schrams really get it done. Nice rich creaminess.
May 15th, 2020Great balance. Lemons, curd, and toasted Carmel. Awesome!
Great balance. Lemons, curd, and toasted Carmel. Awesome!
Feb 16th, 2020Amazing, one of the best late disgorged offerings from Schramsberg I've ever had. Toasted nuts, brioche, a hint of citrus. The effervescence is fantastic. Very well balanced acidity and body.
Amazing, one of the best late disgorged offerings from Schramsberg I've ever had. Toasted nuts, brioche, a hint of citrus. The effervescence is fantastic. Very well balanced acidity and body.
Oct 6th, 2018
$75ish? December riddlers circle shipment score! Lucky cellar club members get the same bottle at member price of $85. Limited release.
What a shame, wish there was more.
Exhibits aromas of white peach, apricots and roasted pear. This complex fruitful nature is complemented by hints of roasted almond, cinnamon sugar toast, and holiday spice. The wine fills the mouth with vibrant acidity, featuring pineapple and bright citrus, balanced by warm spices, lemon bar, and candied ginger.
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Barrel Fermentation: 23%
Alcohol: 12.9%
Suggested Retail: $100
$75ish? December riddlers circle shipment score! Lucky cellar club members get the same bottle at member price of $85. Limited release.
What a shame, wish there was more.
Exhibits aromas of white peach, apricots and roasted pear. This complex fruitful nature is complemented by hints of roasted almond, cinnamon sugar toast, and holiday spice. The wine fills the mouth with vibrant acidity, featuring pineapple and bright citrus, balanced by warm spices, lemon bar, and candied ginger.
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Barrel Fermentation: 23%
Alcohol: 12.9%
Suggested Retail: $100