2007 Schramsberg Reserve

Another stunner is the 2007 Reserve sparkling white, which is 76% Pinot Noir and 24% Chardonnay, of which 40% is barrel-fermented. This spent seven years on its lees before disgorging, and it's the Pinot Noir-dominated equivalent of their Chardonnay-dominated cuvée called J. Schram. This is crisp, elegant, shows structure, creamy honeyed richness, beautiful opulence, medium to full body and stunning brioche, honeysuckle and apple marmalade-like notes.