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With great enthusiasm, we present this one-of-a-kind late disgorged offering of our 2000 J. Schram in an etched magnum. From the inception of Schramsbergs efforts in 1965, the winery has sought to achieve the greatest elegance and individuality possible in our sparkling wines. J. Schram epitomizes Schramsbergs philosophy to create a wine in which no effort has been spared and no care has been omitted.
With 17 years of contact on the yeast in the bottle in our historic Diamond Mountain caves, this 2000 J. Schram Late Disgorged has developed exquisite richness, depth and complexity. Extensive aging en tirage enables savory, nutty and seasoned attributes to evolve with fruitful caramelization, density and creaminess on the palate.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Pinot Noir is included in the primarily Chardonnay blend, bringing a fruitful roundness to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience. Now 18 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2000, mild spring weather paved the way for a long growing season. Cool and foggy weather in June and July set the course for harvest to begin in mid-August, allowing some of the coolest vineyard sources to mature into late September. This weather dynamic produced intensely aromatic Chardonnay with rich viscosity and a long, acidic backbone.
2000 J. Schram Late Disgorged (1 x 1.5 L)
With 17 years of contact on the yeast in the bottle in our historic Diamond Mountain caves, this 2000 J. Schram Late Disgorged has developed exquisite richness, depth and complexity. Extensive aging en tirage enables savory, nutty and seasoned attributes to evolve with fruitful caramelization, density and creaminess on the palate.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Pinot Noir is included in the primarily Chardonnay blend, bringing a fruitful roundness to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience. Now 18 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2000, mild spring weather paved the way for a long growing season. Cool and foggy weather in June and July set the course for harvest to begin in mid-August, allowing some of the coolest vineyard sources to mature into late September. This weather dynamic produced intensely aromatic Chardonnay with rich viscosity and a long, acidic backbone.
Tasting notes
This late disgorged sparkling wine features bright aromas of baked apple, lemon curd and apricot, layered with elements of honey, brioche, orange zest and almond paste. The creamy mid-palate seamlessly integrates with a vibrant acidity carrying rich flavors of baked pineapple, tangy citrus, marzipan, baked peach, orange blossom and a touch of milk chocolate.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir
- County Composition
- 60% Napa, 20% Mendocino, 12% Sonoma, 8% Marin
- Principal Chardonnay Blocks
- Napa-Carneros: Tognetti Southeast, Tognetti Northwest, Schwarze; Anderson Valley: Rose; Marin County: Pacheo
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 4 - September 28, 2000
- Barrel Fermentaion
- 38%
- Alcohol
- 12.8%
- TA
- 0.91 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.08
- RS
- 0.08 g/100mL
- Bottling Date
- April 23, 2001
- Disgorge Dates
- April 20 and 26, 2018
- Release Date
- October 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 290 (9-Liter)
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With great enthusiasm, we present this one-of-a-kind late disgorged offering of our Schramsberg 2001 Reserve in an etched magnum. From the inception of Schramsbergs efforts in 1965, the winery has sought to achieve the greatest elegance and individuality possible in our sparkling wines. The Reserve epitomizes Schramsbergs philosophy to create a wine in which no effort has been spared and no care has been omitted.
The Reserve is our top Pinot Noir-focused brut sparkling wine made each year. With the original release of this wine in November 2007, this offering had already received an impressive five years of aging on the yeast. For this late disgorged release, we held back a limited number of bottles to receive an additional 11 years of yeast contact within our historic Diamond Mountain caves, affording the development of seasoned flavors, full of toastiness and caramelized richness.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Chardonnay is included in the primarily Pinot Noir blend, to lend additional backbone and length to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience and dedication to excellence. Now, 17 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2001, spring weather fluctuated between days with morning frost and days with sweltering afternoon heat, leading to a relatively early bloom. While May and June saw record high temperatures on the North Coast, late summer conditions were comparatively mild, allowing our sparkling harvest to ease along until early October.
2001 Reserve Late Disgorged (1 x 1.5 L)
The Reserve is our top Pinot Noir-focused brut sparkling wine made each year. With the original release of this wine in November 2007, this offering had already received an impressive five years of aging on the yeast. For this late disgorged release, we held back a limited number of bottles to receive an additional 11 years of yeast contact within our historic Diamond Mountain caves, affording the development of seasoned flavors, full of toastiness and caramelized richness.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Chardonnay is included in the primarily Pinot Noir blend, to lend additional backbone and length to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience and dedication to excellence. Now, 17 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2001, spring weather fluctuated between days with morning frost and days with sweltering afternoon heat, leading to a relatively early bloom. While May and June saw record high temperatures on the North Coast, late summer conditions were comparatively mild, allowing our sparkling harvest to ease along until early October.
Tasting notes
This late disorged sparkling wine presents rich full aromas of baked apple, berry cobbler, orange zest and dried apricot, with layers of cinnamon, nutmeg and honey. Complex flavors of apple tart, grapefruit, peach, candied ginger, and roasted almond are supported with a vibrant acidity leading to a fresh and textured finish.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay
- County Composition
- 35% Mendocino, 30% Sonoma, 29% Napa, 6% Marin
- Principal Pinot Noir Blocks
- Anderson Valley: Corby Sonoma-Carneros: Ricci Napa-Carneros: Jones Marin County: Stevens, Stubbs
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 7 - October 9, 2001
- Barrel Fermentaion
- 40%
- Alcohol
- 12.4%
- TA
- 0.92 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.02
- RS
- 0.90 g/100mL
- Bottling Date
- April 25, 2002
- Aging
- 16 years
- Disgorge Date
- April 19, 2018
- Release Date
- October 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 240 (9-Liter)
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From the inception of Schramsberg’s efforts in 1965, the winery has sought to achieve the greatest elegance and individuality possible in our sparkling wines. J. Schram epitomizes Schramsberg’s philosophy to create a wine in which no effort has been spared and no care has been omitted. Representing only 3% of the winery’s annual production, the Chardonnay-focused J. Schram blend is assembled from the very best base wine lots of the approximately 300 produced each year. This special bottling is dedicated to Schramsberg’s founder, Jacob Schram, and has been a great success since its premier 1987 vintage was released in 1992.
Cluster samples from over 115 cool-climate vineyard sources are pulled several times before the optimal pick date for each block is selected. Complexity within the wine is gained through both oak barrel and stainless steel tank fermentation. Additional layers are provided through small lots that undergo malolactic fermentation, enriching aromas and infusing creaminess on the palate. Our J. Schram is aged for over seven years on the yeast in Schramsberg’s historic Diamond Mountain caves; each bottle is then riddled by hand, and finished with an exceptional brut dosage.
J. Schram is quite appealing on its own as an apéritif or enjoyed with fresh shellfish, caviar on toast point, smoked salmon, tangy and sharp cheeses, seafood brochettes, cedar-planked lobster, mesquite-grilled quail, or Serrano ham & porcini risotto.
2010 J. Schram Magnum (1 X 1.5 L)
Cluster samples from over 115 cool-climate vineyard sources are pulled several times before the optimal pick date for each block is selected. Complexity within the wine is gained through both oak barrel and stainless steel tank fermentation. Additional layers are provided through small lots that undergo malolactic fermentation, enriching aromas and infusing creaminess on the palate. Our J. Schram is aged for over seven years on the yeast in Schramsberg’s historic Diamond Mountain caves; each bottle is then riddled by hand, and finished with an exceptional brut dosage.
J. Schram is quite appealing on its own as an apéritif or enjoyed with fresh shellfish, caviar on toast point, smoked salmon, tangy and sharp cheeses, seafood brochettes, cedar-planked lobster, mesquite-grilled quail, or Serrano ham & porcini risotto.
Tasting notes
This sparkling wine opens with bright aromas of green apple, grilled pineapple and candied ginger, followed by nuances of lemon bar, graham cracker and nutmeg. The elegant palate features fruitful elements of apple, pear, Meyer lemon and sweet lime, layered with cinnamon spice and a pleasing finish driven by fresh fruitful acidity.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 84% Chardonnay, 16% Pinot Noir
- County Composition
- 68% Napa, 25% Sonoma, 5% Mendocino, 2% Marin
- Principal Chardonnay Blocks
- Napa: Schwarze, Hudson, Hyde Sonoma: Keefer
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 27 - October 12, 2010
- Barrel Fermentation
- 35%
- Alcohol
- 12.4%
- TA
- 0.96 g/100mL
- pH
- 2.99
- RS
- 0.95 g/100mL
- Bottling Date
- April 12, 2011
- Aging
- 7.5 years
- Disgorge Date
- November 12-15, 2018 and February 5-8, 2019
- Release Date
- April 1, 2019
- Cases Produced
- 2,709 (9-Liter)
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This is the 1.5 L size; other formats available.
"Reserve" is Schramsberg's top Pinot Noir-focused brut sparkling wine. Representing about 3% of our annual production, this richly-flavored and full-bodied sparkler is made from only the finest base-wine lots produced each year. Over seven years old upon release, this fruitful, yet dry, toasty and creamy bubbly will age gracefully for another 20-30 years.
Though primarily Pinot Noir, small amounts of select Chardonnay lots are added to the blend to lend additional backbone and length to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermented lots are also layered in to provide viscosity and depth. Each bottle is aged in contact with the yeast in our historic Diamond Mountain hillside caves for over seven years, affording the development of seasoned, roasted and caramelized richness. The yeast is then removed and a finishing dosage, determined through extensive and comprehensive trials, is added to fine-tune the wines balance of flavor.
Schramsberg Reserve is well-suited with a main course, such as fruit-stuffed veal, pork tenderloin, roasted duck with mango, cedar-plank grilled salmon, and curried chicken salad. This flavorful bubbly also can be served as an apéritif with smoked oysters, caviar and such hard cheeses as aged Swiss Sbrinz, Sonoma Vella Jack, or Irish Coolea.
2009 Reserve Magnum (1 x 1.5 L)
"Reserve" is Schramsberg's top Pinot Noir-focused brut sparkling wine. Representing about 3% of our annual production, this richly-flavored and full-bodied sparkler is made from only the finest base-wine lots produced each year. Over seven years old upon release, this fruitful, yet dry, toasty and creamy bubbly will age gracefully for another 20-30 years.
Though primarily Pinot Noir, small amounts of select Chardonnay lots are added to the blend to lend additional backbone and length to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermented lots are also layered in to provide viscosity and depth. Each bottle is aged in contact with the yeast in our historic Diamond Mountain hillside caves for over seven years, affording the development of seasoned, roasted and caramelized richness. The yeast is then removed and a finishing dosage, determined through extensive and comprehensive trials, is added to fine-tune the wines balance of flavor.
Schramsberg Reserve is well-suited with a main course, such as fruit-stuffed veal, pork tenderloin, roasted duck with mango, cedar-plank grilled salmon, and curried chicken salad. This flavorful bubbly also can be served as an apéritif with smoked oysters, caviar and such hard cheeses as aged Swiss Sbrinz, Sonoma Vella Jack, or Irish Coolea.
Tasting notes
The 2009 Reserve exhibits lively aromas of candied orange peel, white peach and glazed pineapple that gain complexity with touches of toasted almond, graham cracker and milk chocolate. Flavors of Meyer lemon and apricot are layered with baked pear and hazelnut, leading to a long, rich finish with balanced acidity.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 82% Pinot Noir, 18% Chardonnay
- County Composition
- 31% Sonoma, 30% Marin, 21% Mendocino, 18% Napa
- Principal Pinot Noir Blocks
- Sonoma County: Pegasus Marin County: Corda Mendocino County: Juster Napa County: Hudson
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 19 - September 29, 2009
- Barrel Fermentaion
- 27%
- Alcohol
- 13.3%
- TA
- 0.77 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.05
- RS
- 1.05 g/100mL
- Bottling Date
- April 10, 2010
- Aging
- 8 years
- Disgorge Months
- October 2 - 20, 2017 and March 30 - April 11, 2018
- Release Date
- August 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 1,923 (9-Liter)
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The Davies family, proprietors of Schramsberg and Davies Vineyards in Napa Valley, presents its fifteenth vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon crafted from the historic Diamond Mountain vineyards they purchased in 1965. The estate vineyards were replanted to Bordeaux varietals beginning in 1994, and the J. Davies Estate Cabernet Sauvignon was first released in 2004 (2001 vintage).
J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon is the creation of the second generation of the Davies family, the product of an intimate knowledge of a place and of a passion to create a delicious red wine. The wine is named in honor of patriarch Jack L. Davies, who along with his wife, Jamie, revived the Schramsberg property and established the preeminent American sparkling wine house over 50 years ago.
The Vineyards
The vineyard blocks, totaling 41 acres, are laid out in three isolated pockets ranging from approximately 550 to 1,000 feet in elevation. They include the two Schram sections, Napa Valleys first hillside vineyards, originally established in 1862 by Jacob Schram. The third piece is the adjacent McEachran parcel, which was first planted by Colin McEachran in 1878 and was purchased by Schramsberg in 1985. These are the southernmost vineyards in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. Flanked by two cool creek canyons (Nash Creek to the north and Ritchie Creek to the south) and surrounded by dense coniferous and deciduous forests, the vines here produce late-ripening, richly concentrated fruit with average yields of just two tons per acre.
2015 J. Davies Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum (1 x 1.5 L)
J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon is the creation of the second generation of the Davies family, the product of an intimate knowledge of a place and of a passion to create a delicious red wine. The wine is named in honor of patriarch Jack L. Davies, who along with his wife, Jamie, revived the Schramsberg property and established the preeminent American sparkling wine house over 50 years ago.
The Vineyards
The vineyard blocks, totaling 41 acres, are laid out in three isolated pockets ranging from approximately 550 to 1,000 feet in elevation. They include the two Schram sections, Napa Valleys first hillside vineyards, originally established in 1862 by Jacob Schram. The third piece is the adjacent McEachran parcel, which was first planted by Colin McEachran in 1878 and was purchased by Schramsberg in 1985. These are the southernmost vineyards in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. Flanked by two cool creek canyons (Nash Creek to the north and Ritchie Creek to the south) and surrounded by dense coniferous and deciduous forests, the vines here produce late-ripening, richly concentrated fruit with average yields of just two tons per acre.
Tasting notes
This Cabernet opens with rich aromas of blackberry, cherry and dried floral elements, accentuated by undertones of vanilla, clove and milk chocolate. Integrated tannins anchor the wines well-structured palate, where a concentrated and powerful entry of plum, black currant and raspberry leads to a smooth finish with a touch of cocoa powder and graphite.- Winemakers Sean Thompson, Celia Welch and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec, 2% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc
- Appellation
- Diamond Mountain District, Napa Valley, Estate Grown
- Vineyard
- J. Davies Vineyards
- Barrel Aging (French Oak)
- 24 Months (88% new)
- Coopers
- Atelier, Vicard, Taransaud, Marques, Boutes
- Alcohol
- 14.7%
- TA
- 0.60 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.85
- Harvest Dates
- September 11 - October 22, 2015
- Bottling Date
- August 14, 2017
- Release Date
- September 1, 2018
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The Davies family, proprietors of Schramsberg Vineyards in Napa Valley, presents its fourteenth vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon crafted from the historic Diamond Mountain vineyards they purchased in 1965. Replanted to Bordeaux varietals beginning in 1994, J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon is the creation of the next generation of the Davies family; it is the product of an intimate knowledge of a place and a passion to create a delicious red wine. The wine is named in honor of patriarch Jack L. Davies, who along with his wife, Jamie, revived the Schramsberg property and established the preeminent American sparkling wine house over 50 years ago.
The Vineyards
The vineyard blocks, totaling 41 acres, are laid out in three isolated pockets ranging from approximately 550 to 1,000 feet in elevation. They include the two Schram sections, Napa Valley’s first hillside vineyards, originally established in 1862 by Jacob Schram. The third piece is the adjacent McEachran parcel, which was first planted by Colin McEachran in 1878 and was purchased by Schramsberg in 1985. These are the southernmost vineyards in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. Flanked by two cool creek canyons (Nash Creek to the north and Ritchie Creek to the south) and surrounded by dense coniferous and deciduous forests, the vines here produce late-ripening, richly concentrated fruit with average yields of just two tons per acre.
2014 J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon Magnum - Library (1 X 1.5 L)
The Vineyards
The vineyard blocks, totaling 41 acres, are laid out in three isolated pockets ranging from approximately 550 to 1,000 feet in elevation. They include the two Schram sections, Napa Valley’s first hillside vineyards, originally established in 1862 by Jacob Schram. The third piece is the adjacent McEachran parcel, which was first planted by Colin McEachran in 1878 and was purchased by Schramsberg in 1985. These are the southernmost vineyards in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. Flanked by two cool creek canyons (Nash Creek to the north and Ritchie Creek to the south) and surrounded by dense coniferous and deciduous forests, the vines here produce late-ripening, richly concentrated fruit with average yields of just two tons per acre.
Tasting notes
The 2014 J. Davies Estate Cabernet Sauvignon leads with rich aromas of dark red cherry, black plum, tobacco leaf, and white pepper. The palate is densely layered with fruitful flavors of cassis and blueberry, and supported by delicious undertones of cinnamon, clove, and coriander. The polished fine-grain tannins carry the flavors to a long finish.- Winemakers Sean Thompson, Hugh Davies and Celia Welch
- Varietal Composition
- 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Malbec, 3% Petite Verdot
- Appellation
- Diamond Mountain District, Napa Valley
- Vineyard
- J. Davies Vineyards
- Barrel Aging (French Oak)
- 24 Months (78% new)
- Coopers
- Vicard, Taransaud, Marques, St. Martin, Boutes
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- TA
- 0.56 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.83
- Harvest Dates
- September 10 - October 17, 2014
- Bottling Date
- August 11, 2016
- Release Date
- September 1, 2017
- Cases Produced
- 2,825 (9-Liter)
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Schramsberg Brut Rosé is fruitful, complex and dry, making it both versatile with food and delicious by itself as an apéritif. The character of the wine is most strongly influenced by bright, flavorful Pinot Noir grown in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas. A few small lots of Pinot Noir are fermented in contact with their skins to add depth and subtle color to this vibrant sparkling wine. Chardonnay gives spice, structure and length on the palate.
The magnum offering of this wine has only occurred twice before. Once from the 2008 vintage and once from the 2009 vintage. In 2012, we once again decided to bottle this delicious offering in the larger format, seeing how popular it was with our fans.
Hand picking, careful handling and gentle pressing produce a wine of delicacy, free of skin and seed tannin. Following the fall harvest and base winemaking period, an extensive process of blending trial and refinement is carried out in the spring. The finished blend is aged on the yeast in the magnum bottle for five and a half years to achieve a refined effervescence and toastiness without diminishing its refreshing, vibrant appeal.
Enjoy this rich, delicious sparkler on almost any occasion: at your favorite restaurant, a special dinner at home, at a beach picnic or a backyard barbecue. A very versatile wine; try it with sushi, salmon, rock shrimp, pizza, roast chicken, BBQ ribs, burgers, chocolate raspberry tarts and creamy cheeses with summer fruits.
2012 Brut Rosé Magnum (1 X 1.5 L)
The magnum offering of this wine has only occurred twice before. Once from the 2008 vintage and once from the 2009 vintage. In 2012, we once again decided to bottle this delicious offering in the larger format, seeing how popular it was with our fans.
Hand picking, careful handling and gentle pressing produce a wine of delicacy, free of skin and seed tannin. Following the fall harvest and base winemaking period, an extensive process of blending trial and refinement is carried out in the spring. The finished blend is aged on the yeast in the magnum bottle for five and a half years to achieve a refined effervescence and toastiness without diminishing its refreshing, vibrant appeal.
Enjoy this rich, delicious sparkler on almost any occasion: at your favorite restaurant, a special dinner at home, at a beach picnic or a backyard barbecue. A very versatile wine; try it with sushi, salmon, rock shrimp, pizza, roast chicken, BBQ ribs, burgers, chocolate raspberry tarts and creamy cheeses with summer fruits.
Tasting notes
The 2012 Brut Rosé has generous aromas of mixed red berries, orange blossom, and white peach. Its fruitful nose is complemented by notes of shortcake and cream. The palate bursts with flavors of raspberry sorbet, lemon custard, and summer apricot. The wine has a fresh and juicy acidity which drives to a supple, round finish.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 77% Pinot Noir, 23% Chardonnay
- County Composition
- 52% Sonoma, 24% Marin, 16% Napa, 8% Mendocino
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 23 - September 27, 2012
- Barrel Fermentation
- 33%
- Alcohol
- 13.0%
- TA
- 0.87 g/100 ml
- pH
- 3.07
- RS
- 0.95 g/100 ml
- Cases Produced
- 933 (9-liter cases)
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Blanc de Blancs (white from white), made from Chardonnay, is the counterpart to the Blanc de Noirs (white from black), made from Pinot Noir. Blanc de Blancs was the first wine Schramsberg produced in 1965 and was America’s first commercially produced Chardonnay-based brut sparkling wine. Schramsberg Blanc de Blancs gained international recognition in 1972 when then President Nixon served the wine at the historic "Toast to Peace" in Beijing, China.
The Schramsberg style of Blanc de Blancs is dry and crisp. Small lots of malolactic- and barrel-fermented wines are added for complexity. The wine is aged on the yeast lees in the bottle for over two years prior to disgorgement. With its vibrant, fruitful and crisp nature, this sparkling wine will maintain its freshness, structure and refined finish for many years, even decades following its initial release.
While this wine can be enjoyed by itself as an apéritif, it is also perfect with fresh oysters and other shellfish, crab cakes, ceviche and grilled sea bass. It is also delicious with lemon chicken and Thai curries. Serve with aged Gouda or other hard cheeses, and as a counterpoint to soft triple creams.
The 2016 vintage was a near-perfect growing season with ideal weather condition throughout. Thanks to a relatively steady and mild July and August, and then a series of warm days at the end of the growing season, vineyards were able to progress to perfect ripeness for the light yields that were present.
2016 Blanc de Blancs Magnum (1 x 1.5 L)
The Schramsberg style of Blanc de Blancs is dry and crisp. Small lots of malolactic- and barrel-fermented wines are added for complexity. The wine is aged on the yeast lees in the bottle for over two years prior to disgorgement. With its vibrant, fruitful and crisp nature, this sparkling wine will maintain its freshness, structure and refined finish for many years, even decades following its initial release.
While this wine can be enjoyed by itself as an apéritif, it is also perfect with fresh oysters and other shellfish, crab cakes, ceviche and grilled sea bass. It is also delicious with lemon chicken and Thai curries. Serve with aged Gouda or other hard cheeses, and as a counterpoint to soft triple creams.
The 2016 vintage was a near-perfect growing season with ideal weather condition throughout. Thanks to a relatively steady and mild July and August, and then a series of warm days at the end of the growing season, vineyards were able to progress to perfect ripeness for the light yields that were present.
Tasting notes
The 2016 Blanc de Blancs has bright and fresh aromas of green apple, apricot and orange blossom. The fruitful fragrance intermingles with hints of honey, and lemon zest. Freshly sliced peaches, pear and bright pineapple flavors carry vibrant length on the palate.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 100% Chardonnay
- County Composition
- 69% Napa, 30% Sonoma, 1% Marin
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 10 - September 27, 2016
- Barrel Fermentation
- 22%
- Alcohol
- 12.3%
- TA
- 0.90 g/100 mL
- pH
- 3.14
- RS
- 1.05 g/100 mL
- Cases Produced
- 36,209
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With great enthusiasm, we present this one-of-a-kind late disgorged offering of our 2000 J. Schram in an etched and numbered 3-liter bottle. From the inception of Schramsbergs efforts in 1965, the winery has sought to achieve the greatest elegance and individuality possible in our sparkling wines. J. Schram epitomizes Schramsbergs philosophy to create a wine in which no effort has been spared and no care has been omitted.
With 17 years of contact on the yeast in the bottle in our historic Diamond Mountain caves, this 2000 J. Schram Late Disgorged has developed exquisite richness, depth and complexity. Extensive aging en tirage enables savory, nutty and seasoned attributes to evolve with fruitful caramelization, density and creaminess on the palate.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Pinot Noir is included in the primarily Chardonnay blend, bringing a fruitful roundness to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience. Now 18 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2000, mild spring weather paved the way for a long growing season. Cool and foggy weather in June and July set the course for harvest to begin in mid-August, allowing some of the coolest vineyard sources to mature into late September. This weather dynamic produced intensely aromatic Chardonnay with rich viscosity and a long, acidic backbone.
2000 J. Schram Late Disgorged Jeroboam (1 x 3 L)
With 17 years of contact on the yeast in the bottle in our historic Diamond Mountain caves, this 2000 J. Schram Late Disgorged has developed exquisite richness, depth and complexity. Extensive aging en tirage enables savory, nutty and seasoned attributes to evolve with fruitful caramelization, density and creaminess on the palate.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Pinot Noir is included in the primarily Chardonnay blend, bringing a fruitful roundness to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience. Now 18 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2000, mild spring weather paved the way for a long growing season. Cool and foggy weather in June and July set the course for harvest to begin in mid-August, allowing some of the coolest vineyard sources to mature into late September. This weather dynamic produced intensely aromatic Chardonnay with rich viscosity and a long, acidic backbone.
Tasting notes
This late disgorged sparkling wine features bright aromas of baked apple, lemon curd and apricot, layered with elements of honey, brioche, orange zest and almond paste. The creamy mid-palate seamlessly integrates with a vibrant acidity carrying rich flavors of baked pineapple, tangy citrus, marzipan, baked peach, orange blossom and a touch of milk chocolate.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir
- County Composition
- 60% Napa, 20% Mendocino, 12% Sonoma, 8% Marin
- Principal Chardonnay Blocks
- Napa-Carneros: Tognetti Southeast, Tognetti Northwest, Schwarze; Anderson Valley: Rose; Marin County: Pacheo
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 4 - September 28, 2000
- Barrel Fermentaion
- 38%
- Alcohol
- 12.8%
- TA
- 0.91 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.08
- RS
- 0.08 g/100mL
- Bottling Date
- April 23, 2001
- Disgorge Dates
- April 20 and 26, 2018
- Release Date
- October 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 290 (9-Liter)
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With great enthusiasm, we present this one-of-a-kind late disgorged offering of our Schramsberg 2001 Reserve in an etched and numbered 3-liter bottle. From the inception of Schramsbergs efforts in 1965, the winery has sought to achieve the greatest elegance and individuality possible in our sparkling wines. The Reserve epitomizes Schramsbergs philosophy to create a wine in which no effort has been spared and no care has been omitted.
The Reserve is our top Pinot Noir-focused brut sparkling wine made each year. With the original release of this wine in November 2007, this offering had already received an impressive five years of aging on the yeast. For this late disgorged release, we held back a limited number of bottles to receive an additional 11 years of yeast contact within our historic Diamond Mountain caves, affording the development of seasoned flavors, full of toastiness and caramelized richness.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Chardonnay is included in the primarily Pinot Noir blend, to lend additional backbone and length to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience and dedication to excellence. Now, 17 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2001, spring weather fluctuated between days with morning frost and days with sweltering afternoon heat, leading to a relatively early bloom. While May and June saw record high temperatures on the North Coast, late summer conditions were comparatively mild, allowing our sparkling harvest to ease along until early October.
2001 Reserve Late Disgorged Jeroboam (1 x 3 L)
Winery-only, please contact us at 707-942-2419 or visit Schramsberg Vineyards to purchase this item.
The Reserve is our top Pinot Noir-focused brut sparkling wine made each year. With the original release of this wine in November 2007, this offering had already received an impressive five years of aging on the yeast. For this late disgorged release, we held back a limited number of bottles to receive an additional 11 years of yeast contact within our historic Diamond Mountain caves, affording the development of seasoned flavors, full of toastiness and caramelized richness.
More than 120 cool-climate vineyard sites in Carneros, Anderson Valley, and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas are farmed each year to achieve the best possible fruit for our sparkling wines. Hand-picking, early-morning harvesting, and light pressing of the grapes are critical for maintaining juice quality. A small amount of select Chardonnay is included in the primarily Pinot Noir blend, to lend additional backbone and length to the palate. Distinct barrel and malolactic fermentation lots are then layered in to provide viscosity and depth, prior to the wine going to bottle for its long rest within the caves. Following secondary fermentation within the bottle, the yeast within slowly break down through a process called autolysis, imparting a richness and complexity that can only be achieved through the years of patience and dedication to excellence. Now, 17 years after these grapes were first harvested, we release this outstanding bottle of wine for your enjoyment.
In 2001, spring weather fluctuated between days with morning frost and days with sweltering afternoon heat, leading to a relatively early bloom. While May and June saw record high temperatures on the North Coast, late summer conditions were comparatively mild, allowing our sparkling harvest to ease along until early October.
Tasting notes
This late disorged sparkling wine presents rich full aromas of baked apple, berry cobbler, orange zest and dried apricot, with layers of cinnamon, nutmeg and honey. Complex flavors of apple tart, grapefruit, peach, candied ginger, and roasted almond are supported with a vibrant acidity leading to a fresh and textured finish.- Winemakers Sean Thompson and Hugh Davies
- Varietal Composition
- 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay
- County Composition
- 35% Mendocino, 30% Sonoma, 29% Napa, 6% Marin
- Principal Pinot Noir Blocks
- Anderson Valley: Corby Sonoma-Carneros: Ricci Napa-Carneros: Jones Marin County: Stevens, Stubbs
- Appellation
- North Coast
- Harvest Dates
- August 7 - October 9, 2001
- Barrel Fermentaion
- 40%
- Alcohol
- 12.4%
- TA
- 0.92 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.02
- RS
- 0.90 g/100mL
- Bottling Date
- April 25, 2002
- Aging
- 16 years
- Disgorge Date
- April 19, 2018
- Release Date
- October 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 240 (9-Liter)
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The Davies family, proprietors of Schramsberg and Davies Vineyards in Napa Valley, presents its fifteenth vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon crafted from the historic Diamond Mountain vineyards they purchased in 1965. The estate vineyards were replanted to Bordeaux varietals beginning in 1994, and the J. Davies Estate Cabernet Sauvignon was first released in 2004 (2001 vintage).
J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon is the creation of the second generation of the Davies family, the product of an intimate knowledge of a place and of a passion to create a delicious red wine. The wine is named in honor of patriarch Jack L. Davies, who along with his wife, Jamie, revived the Schramsberg property and established the preeminent American sparkling wine house over 50 years ago.
The vineyard blocks, totaling 41 acres, are laid out in three isolated pockets ranging from approximately 550 to 1,000 feet in elevation. They include the two Schram sections, Napa Valleys first hillside vineyards, originally established in 1862 by Jacob Schram. The third piece is the adjacent McEachran parcel, which was first planted by Colin McEachran in 1878 and was purchased by Schramsberg in 1985. These are the southernmost vineyards in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. Flanked by two cool creek canyons (Nash Creek to the north and Ritchie Creek to the south) and surrounded by dense coniferous and deciduous forests, the vines here produce late-ripening, richly concentrated fruit with average yields of just two tons per acre.
2015 J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon Double Magnum (1 X 3 L)
J. Davies Cabernet Sauvignon is the creation of the second generation of the Davies family, the product of an intimate knowledge of a place and of a passion to create a delicious red wine. The wine is named in honor of patriarch Jack L. Davies, who along with his wife, Jamie, revived the Schramsberg property and established the preeminent American sparkling wine house over 50 years ago.
The vineyard blocks, totaling 41 acres, are laid out in three isolated pockets ranging from approximately 550 to 1,000 feet in elevation. They include the two Schram sections, Napa Valleys first hillside vineyards, originally established in 1862 by Jacob Schram. The third piece is the adjacent McEachran parcel, which was first planted by Colin McEachran in 1878 and was purchased by Schramsberg in 1985. These are the southernmost vineyards in the Diamond Mountain District AVA. Flanked by two cool creek canyons (Nash Creek to the north and Ritchie Creek to the south) and surrounded by dense coniferous and deciduous forests, the vines here produce late-ripening, richly concentrated fruit with average yields of just two tons per acre.
Tasting notes
This Cabernet opens with rich aromas of blackberry, cherry and dried floral elements, accentuated by undertones of vanilla, clove and milk chocolate. Integrated tannins anchor the wines well-structured palate, where a concentrated and powerful entry of plum, black currant and raspberry leads to a smooth finish with a touch of cocoa powder and graphite.- Winemakers Sean Thompson, Hugh Davies and Celia Welch
- Varietal Composition
- 79% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec, 2% Merlot, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc
- Appellation
- Diamond Mountain District, Napa Valley, Estate Grown
- Vineyard
- J. Davies Vineyards
- Barrel Aging (French Oak)
- 24 Months (88% new)
- Coopers
- Atelier, Vicard, Taransaud, Marques, Boutes
- Alcohol
- 14.7%
- TA
- 0.60 g/100mL
- pH
- 3.85
- Harvest Dates
- September 11 - October 22, 2015
- Bottling Date
- August 14, 2017
- Release Date
- September 1, 2018
- Cases Produced
- 1,200 (9-Liter)
