2022 Fesstivity Brut Cuvée

Appellation

Sta. Rita Hills

Varietal

Brut Cuvee

Vineyard Sources

82% Parker West Vineyard (Block 1) and 18% Ashley's Vineyard (Block H) both located in the Sta. Rita Hills appellation

Barrel Aging

Aged 7 months in 100% neutral French oak; in tirage for 19 months

Technical Data

Composition

82% Pinot Noir, 14% Chardonnay (Dosage: 10 g/L)

Alcohol %

12.5

Acidity

0.805 g/100mL

2.99

Harvest Brix

18.7-21.0

Harvest Date

9/1 - 10/10/22

Production

288 cases

Description

The new vintage of our Fesstivity Brut Cuvée is finally here and is our most complex sparkling wine to date.

This sparkling blend, comprised of roughly 82% Pinot Noir and 18% Chardonnay, spends an extended time en tirage which adds complexity and brings out unique characteristics. This wine is a pale straw color and has fine, persistent bubbles. It is light and flowery on the nose and has a palate dominated by lemon cream, pear, roasted cashew and a hint of nectarine.

Wine Critic Reviews

"Fesstivity is the line of sparkling wines from the family-owned Fess Parker Winery. If there's ever a perfect time to pop open a bottle of Fesstivity, it's the holidays; honestly, the name alone is reason enough to celebrate. This blend of 82 percent pinot noir and 18 percent chardonnay is bright and approachable with lemon and pear notes up front, but 19 months of aging in tirage (in bottle) contributes to its layered complexity. Think roasted nectarines, cream pie, and nutty characters. Simply put, it's a crowd-pleasing choice for intimate gatherings and larger dinner parties alike." ~ Food & Home Magazine