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Published - Saturday, April 26, 2008
Wine of the Week: Wilson Creek Almond Champagne
We have been married for more than 25 years, and many of our tastes are the same. We both like champagne, but Sherry really likes almonds, much more than Chris.
So it was with both anticipation and reluctance that we tried this California sparkling wine, which is produced by the Wilson family in the Temecula Valley.
It says almond on the label, and there’s no mistaking almond in either the aroma or the taste. That is accomplished with an infusion of almond oil, and it is a best-seller for Wilson Creek.
The wine is sweeter than we both expected, but is very approachable and would be a nice party bubbly.
Sherry: “Flavors of apple, grape, subtle nutmeg and, of course, almond.” 3 stars
Chris: “Cotton candy aroma, a bit of apple and a bit heavy on the almond.” 2 1/2 stars
Available locally for about $14.
Coming next week: Redtree Petite Sirah
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