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Contraband Chardonnay Sparkling Wine Review

Contraband Chardonnay Sparkling

Contraband Chardonnay Sparkling

Ontario V.Q.A., Canada

Community Score:89/100

Community Reviews: 4

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Price: $19.95

Drink: 2017-2019

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 13%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Sparkling Wine


Winery: Contraband

Agent: Rakesh Mehra

Natalie's Score: 87/100

Golden apple fresh on the nose; with a yeasty, beery flavour on the palate... finishes like a pilsner beer. Pair with oysters.

Chardonnay Sparkling food pairings: cold turkey sandwiches, Caesar salad topped with grilled prawns, smoked salmon bennies.

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This Contraband Chardonnay Sparkling was reviewed on April 14, 2018 by Natalie MacLean

More Vintages: 2014 

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Wineboy rated this wine as 91/100 with the following review:

A beautiful full flavoured sparkling. A touch softer acidity than most sparklings - which should make this a bit of a crowd pleaser. The price should please most hosts. It should be noted that this rich styled bubbly is not fully dry...
Jane Staples - Certified Sommelier rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Delightful pineapple, apple and touch of citrus in a rich, creamy mousse. Great value fizz. Tasted May 2017
This sparkling Chardonnay is made in the Charmat method. Contraband is fresh and fruity with lively acidity and mouse. Great as an aperitif for pair with grilled seafood. - Community Wine Reviews

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