A Washington Sparkler

Domaine Ste. Michelle
Blanc de Noirs, Premium Cuvee
Columbia Valley, WA
Jen’s Notes
$5.99

As domestic sparklers go, this one is probably a best value. Certainly, no one else delivers such a well-made sparkling wine at this price point.

The wine exhibits a lovely pink-rose color and small, persistent bubbles. Surprising aromas include single-malt Scotch whisky (something herbal and peaty there), bubble gum, and smoke. The palate is rich, creamy and slightly toasty, with apple pie flavors. It finishes long and minerally, with a tart citrus burst at the very end.

A nice choice for your house bubbly.