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Non-Vintage by J from Sonoma County, California. Elegance is the word to describe the J Brut. The initial aromas are slightly floral with apple, high notes of citrus, and a light dusting of yeast autolysis character. The flavor profile is broad and medium-bodied, a core of fruit flavors enveloped by delicate yeast character. The wines medium acidity serves to marry all the components into a seamless experience, ending long and clean.

Non-Vintage by J from Sonoma County, California. 69% Pinot Noir, 29% Chardonnay, 2% Pinot Meunier This J Brut Rose sparkles with a luminous cool pink hue and exudes delicate aromas of strawberry, nectarine and juicy red apples. On the palate, the wine opens with flavors of cherry, blood orange, citrus peel and the tropical star fruit that are underlined by a bright acidity that keeps the overall impression delightfully fresh with a lively, lingering finish. The wine engages the entire palate with balance wrapped in a refined body of elegance and effervescence.

Non-Vintage by J from Sonoma County, California. 55% Chardonnay, 43% Pinot Noir, 2% Pinot Meunier Celebrating twenty years of winemaking excellence, J Cuvee 20 proudly displays an exceptional, stylish assemblage from cool-climate vineyard sites in the Russian River Valley. This J non-vintage Brut gracefully opens up with crisp lemon peel, honeysuckle and delicate yeast aromas. Upon entry, these notes follow through to a mix of Fuji apple and grapefruit interlaced with toast, caramel and almond flavors on the mid-palate. The acidity adds just enough liveliness and the citrus zest leads to a lingering, warm pear and lush finish. Demonstrating an illustrious combination of yesterday and today, its fresh exuberance showcases layers of depth and complexity.

Non-Vintage by Gloria Ferrer from Sonoma County, California. Number 97 on Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2004! 85% Pinot Noir, 15% Chardonnay. Produced exclusively with hand-picked grapes, this Cuvee was put on the American market for the first time in 1985. It is prepared according to the traditional method. Its bouquet with pear aroma distinguishes it from other sparkling wines and the fruity aroma lends it an initial effervescence which culminates in a lingering, creamy effect.