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June 2018 - International Sparkling

June 2018 - International Sparkling
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Vallformosa Collecció Brut Rosé Pinot Noir
95 points
$22
Vallformosa
Collecció Brut Rosé Pinot Noir
Dusty silvery amber color. Fruity, attractive aromas and flavors of cranberry relish, herbal honey, and lilacs with a satiny, crisp, finely carbonated, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a complex, medium-long finish that shows shades of spiced pomegranate and coconut, blood orange and kiwi, and hint of herbal cherry lozenge with no oak flavor. A rich and intricate rosé Cava with enticing layers of fruit, spice, and herbs.
95 points $22
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Bonaval NV Brut Rosado Cava DO
93 points
$10
Best Buy
Bonaval
NV Brut Rosado Cava DO
Bright pink coral color. Aromas and flavors of white chocolate graham crackers, strawberries yogurt, plantain skin, and hint of rubber leaf with a supple, tangy, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a compelling, medium-length finish evoking overtones of pomegranate white raspberry relish, blood orange with cornichon, nut brittle, and wet limestone with a suggestion of oak flavor. A rich flavorful cava with mouthwatering acidity.
93 points $10 Best Buy
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Sweet Bitch NV Sparkling Moscato
93 points
$11.99
Best Buy
Sweet Bitch
NV Sparkling Moscato
Pale silvery straw color. Fruity, sweet aromas and flavors of peach custard pie, golden raisin bread pudding, and caramel apple with a satiny, tangy, spritzy, moderately sweet medium body and a smooth, interesting, long finish manifesting notes of candied tangerine and fruit cocktail with fine, fruit tannins. A delicious and vibrant sweet wine that will be super versatile and widely appealing; drinks like a fine Moscato d’Asti but frizzante.
93 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Vallformosa Collecció Brut Cava DO
93 points
$20
Best Buy
Vallformosa
Collecció Brut Cava DO
Brilliant yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of candle wax, starfruit, and white mulberry jam with a lively, finely carbonated, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, complex, long finish that presents accents of melon, yellow apple, caramelized green pear, and coconut water. A sophisticated and nuanced Cava that is also simply delicious.
93 points $20 Best Buy
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Lunetta NV Prosecco
92 points
$13.99
Best Buy
Lunetta
NV Prosecco
Pale straw color. Fruity, floral aromas and flavors of summer peach, honeysuckle, lilac, sweet basil, and starfruit with a silky, crisp, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity full body and a seamless, charming, medium-length finish displaying notes of sweet almond and sea salt with no oak flavor. A tasty, crowd-pleasing prosecco with lovely depth of flavor.
92 points $13.99 Best Buy
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Ruggeri 2016 Giustino B. Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore DOCG
92 points
$34.99
Ruggeri
2016 Giustino B. Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore DOCG
Bright silvery emerald straw color. Aromas of lemon soufflé, sweet anise, baked apple, sea shore, and citron with a glycerous, lively, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity light body and a polished, medium-long starfruit soda and sea salt finish with no oak flavor. A velvety prosecco for elegant hors d’ouevres.
92 points $34.99
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Cava dell’Ara NV Semi Seco Cava DO
90 points
$8.99
Best Buy
Cava dell’Ara
NV Semi Seco Cava DO
Yellow straw color. Aromas of baked apple, brioche, dried apricot, almond brittle, and petrol with a velvety, vibrant, finely carbonated, fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, stimulating, medium-long pears in honey syrup, straw, lime cordial, and marmalade on toast finish with a suggestion of oak flavor. A toasty cava for special occasions.
90 points $8.99 Best Buy
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Acquesi NV Secco Asti
90 points
$14.99
Best Buy
Acquesi
NV Secco Asti
Yellow color. Floral, sweet aromas of honeysuckle, peach confection, elderflower, and candied lemon with a satiny, crisp, dry light body and a graceful, medium-length apricot fruit leather, limestone, and orange blossom finish with no oak flavor. A dry, quenching Asti that will be lovely with Italian cheeses, shellfish and more.
90 points $14.99 Best Buy
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Vallformosa Origen Brut Rosé Garnacha
90 points
$18
Best Buy
Vallformosa
Origen Brut Rosé Garnacha
Pale salmon orange color. Aromas of cherry skin and strawberry leaf with a soft, spritzy, dry light body and a snappy white strawberry and pink peppercorn finish. A subtle yet refreshing Cava rose for lighter fare before the richer courses.
90 points $18 Best Buy
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Yarden 2009 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling White Wine Galilee
90 points
$32.99
Yarden
2009 Blanc de Blancs Sparkling White Wine Galilee
Yellow color. Buttery aromas of sliced green apple, salted caramel on whipped cream, butter poached lemon wheels, and flint with a round, lively, effervescent, fruity medium body and a smooth, engaging, medium-length green papaya in vinaigrette and lemon shrub finish with moderate oak flavor. A vivacious and extroverted Blanc de Blanc with sprightly acidity and an attractive, svelte finish; cellar.
90 points $32.99
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Gran Barón Brut Cava DO
89 points
$14
Best Buy
Gran Barón
Brut Cava DO
Silvery emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of lemon zest and beeswax with an lively, finely carbonated, bone-dry light-to-medium body and an engaging, medium-length finish displaying notes of underripe pineapple. A zippy little Cava perfect for kicking off a long Tapas meal.
89 points $14 Best Buy
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90+ Cellars NV Prosecco DOC
89 points
$14.99
Best Buy
90+ Cellars
NV Prosecco DOC
Emerald straw color. Attractive aromas of dried pineapple, light honey, and shortcake with a satiny, vibrant, fizzy, dry-yet-fruity light body and a smooth, engaging, medium-length white peach, lemon spritz, and sweet ginger finish with no oak flavor. A bright and cheerful prosecco with a charming personality.
89 points $14.99 Best Buy
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Vallformosa Origen Brut Cava DO
89 points
$17
Vallformosa
Origen Brut Cava DO
Bright straw green color. Attractive, fruity aromas and flavors of banana, apple-melon relish, fresh meringue, and clay pot with a supple, crisp, frothy, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a smooth, interesting, medium-long finish revealing notes of nectarine and kiwi with no oak flavor. A clean, bright and refreshing Cava that hits all the right notes.
89 points $17
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Altemasi NV Brut Sparkling Trento
89 points
$23.99
Altemasi
NV Brut Sparkling Trento
Yellow straw color. Fruity aromas of baked apple, ripe canary melon, smoky minerality, papaya, sweet tarragon, and apricot and banana fruit cocktail with a satiny, crisp, dryish medium-to-full body and an effortless, interesting, medium-length pressed flowers and minerals finish. A crispy, dry and sophisticated sparkler to try with crudo.
89 points $23.99
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Viña Albali NV Brut Sparkling Spain
88 points
$10
Best Buy
Viña Albali
NV Brut Sparkling Spain
Pale yellow straw color. Fruity, fresh aromas of sliced green apple, key lime meringue, sliced cucumber, and sea foam with a satiny, vibrant, fizzy, fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, breezy white peach and bubblegum finish with no oak flavor. A balanced, fresh and fruity sparkler for everyday celebrations.
88 points $10 Best Buy
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Viña Albali NV Sparkling Rosé Spain
88 points
$10
Best Buy
Viña Albali
NV Sparkling Rosé Spain
Bright pink coral color. Aromas of underripe raspberry, crisp pink apples, and fresh herbs with a silky, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, medium-length summer watermelon, sliced strawberry, pink peppercorn, and blood orange finish. A tasty and bright rose sparkler with much to love.
88 points $10 Best Buy
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Ruggeri NV Argeo Prosecco DOC
88 points
$15.99
Ruggeri
NV Argeo Prosecco DOC
Yellow straw color. Citrusy aromas and flavors of candied lemon, italian lemon cordial, dried apricot, clover, and wool with a satiny, crisp, fizzy, dry-yet-fruity light body and a relaxed finish with notes of crushed apricot pit. A crisp and refreshing prosecco fit for Italian cheeses and fun company.
88 points $15.99
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Gryfus NV Sparkling Rosé Castel del Monte DOP
87 points
$12.99
Best Buy
Gryfus
NV Sparkling Rosé Castel del Monte DOP
Light pink coral color. Aromas of sliced strawberries, geranium, and hibiscus tisane with a satiny, crisp, effervescent, fruity light body and a polished, breezy lime spritzed honeydew and sea salt finish with no oak flavor. A crowd-pleasing, light sparkler with endless pairing possibilities.
87 points $12.99 Best Buy
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Magnotta NV Fleur Dor Ontario
87 points
$24.95
Magnotta
NV Fleur D'or Ontario
Pale light gold color. Fruity, floral aromas of sliced pear and lychee, ripe pineapple, baked peach, honeycomb, and lemon verbena with a velvety, bright, effervescent, fruity medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-length buttered croissant finish with a suggestion of oak flavor. A full and weighty wine that offers an interesting reprieve from traditional sparklers.
87 points $24.95
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Cuvee N. 5 Brut NV Brut Cuvee Sparkling Wine France
86 points
$2
Best Buy
Cuvee N. 5 Brut
NV Brut Cuvee Sparkling Wine France
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of honeyed herb muffin, candied lemon and peach, and aloe with a supple, vibrant, effervescent, fruity medium body and a smooth, breezy finish with nuances of ripe quince, kiwi, and earth with fine, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A tasty fruity sparkler that fit the bill for parties and toasts.
86 points $2 Best Buy
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Prosecco DOC
86 points
$9.99
Best Buy
Barefoot Bubbly
NV Prosecco DOC
Brilliant emerald straw color. Aromas of baby’s breath, sliced lime, minerals, and white rose with a supple, bright, effervescent, fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, crisp white peach, fresh pear, and cotton candy finish with no oak flavor. A nice go-to prosecco with a fruity style.
86 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Psecco NV Prosecco DOC
86 points
$11.99
Best Buy
Psecco
NV Prosecco DOC
Pale yellow straw color. Fruity, floral aromas and flavors of violet, ripe kiwi, peaches and pears in syrup, and banana with a supple, bright, effervescent, fruity light body and a polished, snappy finish revealing notes of Turkish delight with soft, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A tasty, fruity prosecco for effortless sipping.
86 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Mistinguett Brut Rosé Cava DO
86 points
$14.99
Best Buy
Mistinguett
Brut Rosé Cava DO
Brilliant salmon orange color. Aromas of dried strawberry, underripe cherry, and palm leaf with a bright, spritzy, dry light-to-medium body and a brisk green strawberry and cured meat finish. A crushable and lightly savory Cava rose prefect for outdoor activities with friends.
86 points $14.99 Best Buy
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Gran Barón Brut Reserva Chardonnay
86 points
$18
Gran Barón
Brut Reserva Chardonnay
Dusty yellow straw color. Roasted aromas and flavors of butter roasted pumpkin seeds brioche, grilled tropical fruits, hint of rubber and aloe leaves, and mossy spring banks with a supple, vibrant, spritzy, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, complex, medium-long finish with accents of lemon spritzed white peach and apple, coconut water, hint of latin herbs, and nutskin. A subtle and evocative Cava that will be great at the table.
86 points $18
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La Marca NV Prosecco DOC
86 points
$18
La Marca
NV Prosecco DOC
Pale silvery emerald straw color. Aromas of dusty limestone, pressed flowers, papaya, wild berry fruit leather, and orange blossom with a velvety, crisp, effervescent, fruity light body and an effortless, medium-length parchment, rice candy, and green banana finish with no oak flavor. A solid sparkler for everyday celebrations.
86 points $18
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Mistinguett Brut Cava DO
85 points
$12.99
Mistinguett
Brut Cava DO
Straw color. Aromas of meyer lemon and celery leaf with a finely carbonated, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a short lemon curd, key lime, and sidewalk chalk finish. A quaffable citrusy Cava for salads and seafood courses alike.
85 points $12.99
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Solaro Estate NV Spumante Rosato LElvira Brut Cuvee Italy
85 points
$34
Solaro Estate
NV Spumante Rosato L'Elvira Brut Cuvee Italy
Pink coral color. Interesting aromas of strawberry buttercream frosting, wool, golden plum, and golden beets with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, dryish light body and a tingling, quick cider vinaigrette on baby greens finish with no oak flavor. A funky pink sparkler for everyday celebrations.
85 points $34
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Lunetta NV Rosé Spumante Italy
84 points
$13.99
Lunetta
NV Rosé Spumante Italy
Pale silvery pink color. Aromas of mixed melon balls, parmesan rind, spiced apple butter, and wool with a silky, crisp, effervescent, fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, relaxed cherry confection and fruit cup finish. A fruity sparkler for weeknight celebrations.
84 points $13.99
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Gran Barón Brut Rosé Cava DO
84 points
$15
Gran Barón
Brut Rosé Cava DO
Clear coral orange color. Aromas of cherry pit, maraschino, and circus peanut with a crisp, effervescent, bone-dry medium body and a quick watermelon jolly rancher and mango finish. A tropical Cava rose for parties, preferably outdoors.
84 points $15
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Ruggeri NV Gialloro Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore DOCG
84 points
$19.99
Ruggeri
NV Giall'oro Extra Dry Prosecco Superiore DOCG
Bright yellow straw color. Aromas of golden apples, new sneakers, geranium, and petrol with a supple, soft, effervescent, dryish light body and a smooth, medium-length lemon drop candies, pear coulis, and belgian yeast finish with no oak flavor. A persistent sparkler with intriguing flavors.
84 points $19.99
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Magnotta NV Blanc De Blancs Chardonnay
84 points
$24.95
Magnotta
NV Blanc De Blancs Chardonnay
Golden straw color. Aromas of green apple candies, wheat grass, honeydew melon, and underripe kiwi with a lean, lively, effervescent, dry-yet-fruity light body and a peppery, brisk green peppercorns finish. A lean green machine for easy cheese pairings.
84 points $24.95
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Cava del Forte NV Semi Seco Cava DO
83 points
$8.99
Cava del Forte
NV Semi Seco Cava DO
Brilliant yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of baked peaches and bananas, nougat, flan, and hint of chicken jerky with a supple, crisp, effervescent, off-dry light-to-medium body and a smooth, short finish revealing accents of honeyed peaches in cream. A super fruity crowd pleasing cava perfect for the patio.
83 points $8.99
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Mistinguett 2015 Brut Reserva Rosé Cava DO
82 points
$16.99
Mistinguett
2015 Brut Reserva Rosé Cava DO
Emerald straw color. Aroma of lemon pith with a bright, spritzy, dryish light-to-medium body and a quick lemon balm and coconut oil finish. An approachable Cava for the first outdoor party of summer.
82 points $16.99
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Magnotta NV Blanc De Noirs Sparkling Ice Wine Rosé Niagara Peninsula
81 points
$27.95
Magnotta
NV Blanc De Noirs Sparkling Ice Wine Rosé Niagara Peninsula
Steely orange color. Aromas of overripe tomato and cantaloupe and dried papaya with a supple, crisp, effervescent, dry thin body and a swift minerals, shredded carrot, and bitter roots finish. A laid back sparkler.
81 points $27.95
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