WIGGY SPARKLING CHARDONNAY
The wine is named after the co-founder of Bremerton, Mignonne "Wiggy" Willson. (Mum!)
This sparkling wine has been made from 100% estate grown Chardonnay from the 2007 vintage and using the traditional “Methode Champeniose” method.
The wine shows a fine bead with a subtle yeast characteristic, providing a middle pallet richness with a refreshing touch of citrus complimenting the dry finish. Three years lees maturation has added a creamy complexity to the wine.
The grapes were picked to achieve delicate flavours, before being crushed and the free run juice separated and then fermented to create our "base wine". It was then transferred to bottle along with a small dosage of yeast and sugar (Tirage). Secondary fermentation occurred in the bottle, which created the characteristic sparkle.
CELLARING
"Wiggy" will continue to develop its fine characteristics with aging but is wonderful right now.
SERVE
As a celebration drink, an aperitif, or to accompany seafood.
WINEMAKER
Rebecca Willson