Bellavista Alma Assemblage 1 Franciacorta Extra Brut [WS93][V91] Subregion_Duoro Producer: Alexander Valley Vineyards

Producer: Alexander Valley Vineyards

planted back in 1996 on loam and calcium carbonate soils

nearly two-thirds of the production came from the more shaded west side of Napa Valley

black raspberries and black cherries

then builds to the back

Bellavista Alma Assemblage 1 Franciacorta Extra Brut [WS93][V91] Subregion_Duoro Producer: Alexander Valley VineyardsProducer: Bellavista Region: Lombardy, Italy Blend: Chardonnay, Pinot Nero, Pinot Bianco Year: Non Vintage Wine Spectator, 93 Points "An elegant Franciacorta, with the refined, pointillismlike mousse, well honed acidity and subtle streak of salinity framing flavors of poached white cherry, yellow plum, Meyer lemon peel and pickled ginger, plus a touch of toasted brioche. Hints of smoke, oyster shell and spices play on the lingering finish. Chardonnay,