Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs
2019 · Chardonnay
750ml · 12.5% ABV
Domaine Carneros' prestige cuvée, Le Rêve ('The Dream') is a vintage Blanc de Blancs crafted entirely from estate Chardonnay grown in the cool Carneros AVA. Aged on the lees for a minimum of five years, it achieves a complexity and depth that rivals the finest Champagnes.
Tasting Notes
Appearance
Pale gold with a fine, persistent mousse and delicate streams of tiny bubbles.
Nose
Elegant and complex: fresh brioche, toasted almond, and lemon curd lead, with notes of white peach, green apple, and a subtle mineral salinity.
Palate
Creamy and refined on the palate, with vibrant acidity framing flavors of citrus, pear, and toasted hazelnut. The extended lees aging imparts a silky texture and remarkable depth.
Finish
Long, clean, and mineral, with lingering notes of brioche and citrus zest.
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Production Notes
Vineyard Source: Estate vineyards, Carneros AVA — Las Amigas and Stanly Ranch blocks
Aging: Minimum 5 years on the lees, méthode champenoise
Traditional méthode champenoise. Estate Chardonnay from the Las Amigas and Stanly Ranch blocks. Aged 5+ years on the lees before disgorgement.
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About the Winery
Domaine Carneros
Napa, Los Carneros
California's premier méthode champenoise producer, founded in 1987 by the Taittinger family of Champagne. The estate's château-inspired winery sits atop a knoll in the Carneros AVA, producing elegant sparkling wines and still Pinot Noir of exceptional finesse.
Service Guide
Serving Temperature
40–45°F (4–7°C)
Decanting
Serve well chilled; no decanting needed.