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  • March Sparkles with Argyle’s 2001 Extended Tirage Brut – It’s a Sure Thing!

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    Unlike the often unpredictable month of March (heat waves, Ides of March, sequestration … ), Argyle’s 2001 Extended Tirage Brut is a sure thing! While we’re always looking for a worthy sparkler that’s capable of wowing us as we celebrate the arrival of a new month, this astonishing bottle of wine actually is the celebration. 

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    52% Chardonnay, 45% Pinot Noir, 3% Pinot Meunier

    As longtime Argyle fans, we’ve come to expect greatness, but this sparkler gets an extra star.
    Penny thinks it, ”makes its Argyle pinot roots very apparent! Not only do you taste pinot, but Argyle pinot! This must have made Rollin smile.” (The man behind Argyle, Rollin Soles, told us about his love of pinot noir and sparkling wine in this 2011 Video Interview.)

    We both say, “Don’t over-chill this gem.” While we loved the cold bubbles, it doesn’t need cold. Drink through the temperatures. This wine deserves the respect you’d give a Krug!"   

    Ed tasted, “Vanilla … butter” and suggested, “rolling it around in your mouth for maximum flavor.”

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    Argyle Wines 2001 Extended Tirage Brut Tasting Notes include:

    • Nose – “honey drizzled chevre on warm toasted artisan bread” … “brioche”
    • “delicate, tiny bubbles”
    • “creamy yet … clean acidity”
    • Flavors, “vanilla bean, creme brulee, baked pear”…“hints of licorice, peach, spun sugar.”

    Although the 2001 Extended Tirage is officially Sold Out, you still might be able to find a bottle, or you could simply move on to the 2002 version. Judging from its stellar reviews, you will not be disappointed.

    Here’s to March! We’re ready for whatever it brings!

    Argyle’s Rollin Soles Talks Wine with BostonZest (VIDEO)

    Featured bottle of Aryle’s 2001 Extended Tirage Brut from Gordon’s Fine Wines & Liquors  

    Our Sparkling Resolution 

    Sparkling Resolution Winner’s List

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    The Food Lover's Guide to Wine

    The New Wine Lover's Companion

    The Wine Bible

     

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

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  • Greeting April with a Big Sip of Bugey Bubbles!

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    We’re saying Hello to April with an outstanding sparkler– Montagnieu Brut from the Bugey!

    Repeat after me, BOO-zhee. I enjoy saying Bugey almost as much as drinking this outstanding sparkler.

    In a year where each week seems to hold a special weather surprise, this Montagnieu Brut from the small French region of Bugey seems a perfect wine to celebrate our sparkling resolution as we leap into the unknown of a new month.

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    While this is not Champagne, we think it’s very Champagne-like. Without the label in plain view, it could have easily fooled us.

    This sparkler has a big, important Champagne character to it. Penny insisted, “It became better with every sip– bigger, fuller, like an aged white wine.” It reminded us both of the way Krug gets better sip-by-sip. Try drinking this Bugey through the range of temperatures by enjoying each glass without topping it up.

    It’s a white sparkling wine that’s nice and dry with the roundness of a pinot. As constant students of wine, we now know we really like the blend of Altesse (also known as Roussette) and Mondeuse Noir grapes.

    Simply put, Bugey “Montagnieu Brut” was a pleasant surprise and has prepped us for the next 30 days. Bring it on, April.

    For more about the wines we’ve been enjoying (including a Bugey Cerdon) check out
    Our Sparkling Resolution Winner’s List

    Bugey “Montagnieu Brut” $25 at The Wine Bottega, in Boston’s North End

    Here’s more about Bugey “Montagnieu Brut” from Louis Dressner Selections

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    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

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