GETTING FIZZY WITH CALIFORNIA’S FAVOURITE SPARKLING WINES
The Bubble Bar. Now serving California Bubbles!
Come visit us at The Bubble Bar and experience a seven-flight tasting of the USA’s finest offerings of authentic California Sparkling Wines! Our bubbles are served to perfection from our exquisite Bubble Bar at Castle Glen Winery in Doswell, VA. The Bubble bar is now open during regular business hours! Take a quick trip off of interstate 95 at Doswell, Virginia (Only 8 minutes from King’s Dominion theme park) and make a memorable visit to Castle Glen Winery’s, “The Bubble Bar”. Try California Sparkling Wine for yourself! Our 100% authentic California Bubbly is direct from California! You don’t want to miss this!
All about California Bubbly Wines
Sparkling wine made in California is a testament to the state’s vibrant and diverse winemaking scene. Renowned for its picturesque vineyards and favorable climate, California has emerged as a hub for producing exceptional sparkling wines that rival some of the world’s finest. With a focus on quality and innovation, Californian winemakers skillfully craft bubbly varieties such as Champagne-style Brut, Rosé, and Blanc de Blancs, utilizing traditional methods as well as experimenting with unique grape blends and aging techniques. The result is a range of effervescent delights that capture the essence of the Golden State’s terroir while adding a touch of elegance and celebration to any occasion.
These Californian bubbly wines embody a symphony of flavors, often exhibiting notes of ripe fruit, citrus, and delicate floral undertones. The effervescence dances on the palate, creating a lively and refreshing experience that perfectly complements California’s laid-back yet sophisticated lifestyle. Whether enjoyed as an aperitif or paired with gourmet cuisine, bubbly wine from California exemplifies the state’s commitment to excellence in winemaking, offering wine enthusiasts a taste of the region’s charm and passion in every sparkling sip.
Wine Tasting Notes:
REGION
Napa Valley
GRAPE VARIETAL
100% Chardonnay
Alcohol Content
12.5% ABV
CELLAR
Masachs
GRAPE VARIETAL
40% Xarel•lo, 35% Macabeo, 25% Parellada
APPELLATION
DO Cava (Penedes)
TASTING NOTES
Rich, bold, and luscious, Toast Sparkling wine is a celebration in your glass, any day of the week. Made with traditional Méthode Champenoise techniques, but in an easy-to-love Californian style. With the pop of the cork, you’ll get juicy aromas of honeydew, white peach, and orange blossom followed by tastes of tropical pineapple, honeydew, and a light toastiness that’s uniquely Toast Sparkling!
REGION
Willamette Valley
GRAPE VARIETAL
60% Pinot Noir | 33% Chardonnay | 4.5% Gewurztraminer/Muscat | 2.5% Riesling
ALCOHOL CONTENT
13.5%
CELLAR
Masachs
GRAPE VARIETAL
40% Xarel•lo, 35% Macabeo, 25% Parellada
APPELLATION
DO Cava (Penedes)
TASTING NOTES
Primarily Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, we added a splash of Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Muscat to create a unique and delicious sparkling wine experience. Aged in a combination of steel and barrel, our winemaking team ferments each varietal separately, low and slow, to preserve its fresh, fruity, and floral notes. A short time on its Pinot Noir skins and a little bit of finished Pinot Noir brings out the Sparkler’s vibrant pink color. Once the final blend is complete, we chill it down and let the pros make it sparkle. This wine is finished with a crown cap to make it perfectly accessible anywhere, anytime!
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE VARIETAL
100% Chardonnay
ALCOHOL CONTENT
12.o%
CELLAR
Masachs
GRAPE VARIETAL
40% Xarel•lo, 35% Macabeo, 25% Parellada
APPELLATION
DO Cava (Penedes)
WINEMAKING
Wild. Raw. Savage. Untamed since 1989. Gruet Sauvagc is for the sparkling connoisseur who appreciates bone dry acidity.
TASTING NOTES
Sauvage Dry is brilliant white gold in color with an open and intense nose. Aromas of fresh white flowers, hawthorn and Meyer lemon. Round palate with white and yellow fruits like peach, lemon and quince. Long and balanced on the finish.
Appellation
Clarksburg
GRAPE VARIETAL
Grenache, Cinsault
ALCOHOL CONTENT
12.5%
VINEYARD
Catalunya
GRAPE VARIETAL
100% Garnacha
SOIL – YIELD
Limestone, 9,000kg/ha
WINEMAKING
Grapes for our Chenin Blanc are sourced from the Clarksburg appellation, referred to as the “Gem of the Delta.” It is an appellation that shows great affinity for Chenin Blanc. The climate has a moderately long growing season and benefits from the maritime influence of the Sacramento River. The Viognier is sourced from Lodi, which has a classic Mediterranean climate, with warm days and cool nights. Natural air-conditioning is provided by the San Joaquin and Sacramento River Delta breezes and produces grapes with natural acidity. Rhône varieties like Viognier adapt well to this exciting appellation. The sparkling wine was made using 96 percent Chenin Blanc for the base wine.
TASTING NOTES
Crisp, bright, and vivacious, Sparkling CB+V is an aromatic wine boasting a bouquet of pear, green apple, and honeydew melon complemented by lime, nectarine, lemongrass, and apricot. The entry is bright and fresh, exhibiting flavors of green apples, lemon, lime, and lychee. The wine has beautifully balanced, crisp acidity, with a refreshing and slightly creamy note on the midpalate. The fine bubbles lift the aromas and flavors and carry them to the finish.
REGION
Willamette Valley
GRAPE VARIETAL
54% Pinot Noir |36% Chardonnay | 10% Pinot Meunier
ALCOHOL CONTENT
12.5%
VINEYARD
Espiells estate
GRAPE VARIETAL
100% Pinot Noir
APPELLATION
DO Cava Brut
TASTING NOTES
Strawberries and Rainer cherries leap from this 2020 Vintage Brut Rosé with zesty acidity, fleshy volume, and strong character. This vintage’s warmth and dryness allowed for us to play with youthfulness through time en tirage, intentionally creating another perspective of approachable Brut Rosé sparkling wine that is ground yet spunky.
REGION
Napa Valley
VARIETAL
60% Chardonnay & 40% Pinot Noir
Alcohol Content
12.2%
VINEYARD
25+ years old, in the Penedès area.
GRAPE VARIETIES
50% Xarel.lo, 30% Macabeo, 20% Parellada.
ALTITUDE – SOIL
100-400m ASL. Clay and limestone soil.
TASTING NOTES
Nose: Meyer lemon blossom, baked brioche, pear and a hint of green apple with vibrant minerality. Palate: Fresh but complex. Satsuma citrus with echoes of pear. Opens round and creamy, then turns zesty with bright natural acidity carrying through to the finish. Style differentiator: A prolonged en tirage for 41 months gives this wine creaminess and depth. Extremely fine bubbles provide elegance. Dosage: 2021 Chardonnay from Monterey gives this wine some of its fresh character. Vineyards: Monterey, Sonoma and Santa Barbara Counties. The extended growing season in these cooler coastal regions leads to wine of heightened complexity. Being non-vintage allows us to build a desired character that is serious, yet light and fresh. Suggested food pairings from winemaker Jenny Wagner: Cheese puff with biscuit dough, smoked salmon tartine, popcorn or just enjoy on its own.
APPELATION
North Coast; Sonoma County, Solano County, Mendocino County
VARIETAL
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
Alcohol Content
12.5%
VINEYARD
Tabuenca, Borja, Pozuelo
GRAPE VARIETAL
88% Garnacha, 7% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Merlot
APPELLATION
DO Cava (Penedes)
WINEMAKING
This tantalizing Brut Rosé displays effervescent aromas of apricot, honeysuckle, lemon peel and yeasty brioche. On the palate, beautifully articulated layers of fresh strawberry, Bing cherry and zesty orange fill the mouth, with a soft, creamy texture and supple mousse carrying the flavors to a bright, lingering finish.
TASTING NOTES
Crafted from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier grown at some of the finest cool-climate vineyards on California’s acclaimed North Coast, our Goldeneye Brut Rosé is a beautifully poised and elegant sparkling wine, with a supple, creamy mouthfeel and tantalizing layers of fresh strawberry, cherry, zesty orange and yeasty brioche.
FROM VINE TO TABLE
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