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2017 Joseph Phelps Freestone Vineyards Ovation Brut

Removed from a temperature and humidity controlled wine storage unit; Purchased direct from winery; Consignor is original owner

Ends Sunday, 7pm Pacific

RATINGS

94James Suckling

The texture of the bubbles here are really fine with lovely texture. Full-bodied yet fresh and very vinous with dried apple and pear character and plenty of brioche and pie crust undertones.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast

Sonoma Coast AVA runs from San Pablo Bay in the south to Mendocino County in the north. It includes 7,000 vineyard acres and earned AVA status in 1987. Its proximity to the Pacific Ocean means it gets double the rainfall of nearby inland appellations and the ocean gives the appellation a relatively cool climate. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir can thrive in these conditions, and there are numerous producers making critically acclaimed Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.