Sparkling – Vinumlector

Champagne Marie de Moy Brut Rosé

Vinum Lector Staff — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 20:04:05 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 12%

APPEARANCE
It exhibits lively and energetic effervescence with a delicate and persistent mousse.

NOSE
Bright floral notes dominate upfront, accompanied by a vibrant burst of cherry aromas.

PALATE
Lively red fruit characteristics are complemented by stone fruits like peach. Crisp and refreshing, concluding with a light touch of spice.

AGEING
This non-vintage Brut Rosé undergoes a minimum maturation period of 15 months.

PAIRING
This Brut Rosé is highly versatile and serves as an excellent starter wine with cured meats, bruschetta, roasted red pepper and a variety of cheeses.

RATINGS

3.9

Champagne Marie de Moy Blanc de Blancs

Vinum Lector Staff — Sat, 24 Oct 2026 19:58:02 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 12%

APPEARANCE
It exhibits lively and energetic effervescence with a delicate and persistent mousse.

NOSE
On the nose, it delivers a bright, refreshing bouquet that balances vibrant citrus with elegant, autolytic complexity.

PALATE
Velvety, rounded, and creamy mouthfeel driven by an energetic yet fine stream of continuous bubbles, wrapping up with a clean, mouth-watering finish.

AGEING
This cuvée is aged in the cellar for at least 15 to 24 months before disgorgement.

PAIRING
This Blanc de Blancs style is incredibly versatile, acting as a palate cleanser for rich foods and a natural mirror for delicate dishes.

RATINGS

90pts

4.1

Col de’ Salici Rosé Spumante Brut

Vinum Lector Staff — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:01:16 +0000

Compagnia Del Vino represents select winemaking families in Italy, united by a shared business vision, a rich history, and a commitment to serving as a benchmark for their production area. The Col de’ Salici Prosecco brand was established in 1997, alongside the founding of Compagnia del Vino. The decision to begin this journey with Prosecco stemmed from the vision of the founder, Giancarlo Notari. The sophisticated packaging evokes the exquisite bottles used for the finest Champagnes, while the production philosophy mandates the use of only the best Glera grapes and frequent bottling. For these reasons—then as now—Col de’ Salici Prosecco always delivers its full potential in terms of effervescence, freshness, and aromatics. For more info, visit Compagnia del Vino website. VARIETALS Glera and Raboso del Piave VINTAGE NV Download Tasting Note

Cielo Cuvée Blanc de Blancs Spumante Extra Dry

Vinum Lector Staff — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:23:27 +0000

The name Cielo e Terra (literally Sky and Land, or Heaven and Earth) recreates a perfect marriage, where Heaven is represented by the family of the same name and the Land is identified with the expert hands of the winegrower partners working in the vineyards that yield these wines. The Cielo Cuvée Blanc de Blancs Spumante Extra Dry (also known as simply the Cuvée Privée) is a light, lively Italian sparkling wine produced by Cielo e Terra in the Veneto region of Northern Italy. Made primarily from local Garganega grapes, this "Blanc de Blancs" is crafted using the Charmat method to lock in its crisp, fresh fruit character.

For more info, visit Cielo e Terra website. VARIETALS Garganega and Moscato VINTAGE NV Download Tasting Note

Château Purcari 1827 Grande Cuvée de Purcari Extra Brut Limited Edition

Vinum Lector Staff — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:39:00 +0000

Château Purcari, located in the southwest of the country within the IGP Ștefan Vodă, benefits from rolling hills, limestone bedrock, and fertile black soil — an ideal terroir for grape cultivation. True values do not change with time. Purcari remains Purcari. Since 1827. Wine has been made in Moldova for thousands of years, but it is only in the last couple of centuries that this small country has drawn international attention for its excellent wines. In 1827 Tsar Nicholas I issued a special decree recognising Château Purcari as the first official winery in Bessarabia which is today known as Moldova. This iconic estate is located close to the Black Sea in the south-eastern corner of Moldova. French settlers in the region quickly noticed the similarities between the local terroir and their native Bordeaux since the area sits at the same latitude as the famous French wine region and also boasts the same rubidium-rich soil types. This Grande Cuvée de Purcari Limited Edition was created from the best harvest of 2016. The grape varieties in this cuvée are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, which give it additional elegance and finesse, as well as Pinot Blanc, which gives it a mineral note. Because the word that characterizes this cuvee is "Elegance". The long aging period of 36 months in the bottle gives it a sparkling, persistent and fine bubbles. For more info, visit Château Purcari website. VARIETALS 60% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Blanc, 10% Pinot Noir VINTAGE 2022 Download Tasting Note

Château Purcari 1827 Cuvée de Purcari Rosé Brut

Vinum Lector Staff — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:31:00 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 12.5%
Residual sugar 9 g/l

APPEARANCE
The long-term maturation in bottles offers a soft and a persistent pearling.

NOSE
Perfumed and floral character, bursting with ripe red berries, sweet mint and hints of lemon zest and dried herbs.

PALATE
Fine mousse on the palate, showing freshness and precision on the palate.

AGEING
The second fermentation takes place in the bottle according to the classic Champenoise method, and the wine ages on the lees for at least 12 months.

PAIRING
A stunning aperitif or ideal partner for light appetizers, oysters, and fresh seafood.

RATINGS

4.2

Château Purcari 1827 Cuvée de Purcari Fetească Albă Brut

Vinum Lector Staff — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:10:53 +0000

TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 12.5%
Residual sugar 9 g/l

APPEARANCE
A bright greenish-yellow color and a fine and persistent perlage.

NOSE
The aromatic profile is rich with fruity aromas of green apple, notes of wildflowers, and some light notes of honey.

PALATE
On the palate, it is soft and elegant, balanced and fresh, with a persistent and long finish of wildflowers.

AGEING
The second fermentation takes place in the bottle according to the classic Champenoise method, and the wine ages on the lees for at least 12 months.

PAIRING
Excellent as an aperitif, it pairs wonderfully with seafood (scallops, oysters, sushi), raw fish, light entrées, creamy salads, fresh cheeses, or creamy pasta and risotto dishes.

RATINGS

4.2

Astoria Clamore Sauvignon Blanc

Vinum Lector Staff — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:50:15 +0000

Astoria Wines is one of the leading exponents of the Art of Prosecco. It was founded in 1987 by a family that had been dedicated to vine growing for generations and it is now the leading private Conegliano-Valdobbiadene DOCG wine maker, with countless accolades from top wine competitions. The Astoria world is presented using fresh, highly appealing and carefully gauged aesthetics and communication methods that are clear and instantly recognizable. Its values have earned it numerous wine packaging awards. The Astoria "Clamore" Sauvignon Blanc Spumante Brut is a relatively unique, contemporary sparkling wine produced using 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes processed via the Charmat method. A wine that's not afraid to make a statement: fresh, bright, aromatic, and with an unmistakable style. For more info, visit Astoria website. VARIETALS 100% Sauvignon Blanc VINTAGE NV Download Tasting Note

Haut-Mouleyre Crémant de Bordeaux Extra Brut

martin — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:31:08 +0000

Located in the village of Escoussans, near Cadillac on the right bank of the Garonne River, Haut-Mouleyre produces a diverse range of sparkling, red and white wines. Haut-Mouleyre Crémant de Bordeaux Extra Brut is a crisp, refreshing French sparkling wine produced in the Bordeaux region, which highlights the region's sparkling winemaking tradition using the méthode traditionelle (the identical bottle-fermentation process used in Champagne). VARIETALS 80% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot VINTAGE NV Download Tasting Note

Champagne Cattier Brut Icône

martin — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 08:30:23 +0000

La Maison Cattier is located in Chigny-les-Roses, an exceptional terroir classified as Premier Cru in the heart of Champagne, between Reims and Epernay. The Cattier family has owned vineyards since 1763, but it wasn't until 1918 that Champagne Cattier was launched. Since then, the Cattier House, still independent and family-owned, perpetuates its age-old know-how in the greatest respect of the environment to elaborate its champagnes with a generous and fruity style. Made from twenty different Crus, the Brut Icône Cattier is produced primarily using pinot grapes. The perfect combination of power and finesse, it owes its complexity to these pinot varieties and from the older wine added to the blend. The result is a generous champagne, brimming with vitality. Certified sustanaible Haute Valeur Environnementale (HVE) and Viticulture Durable en Champagne (VDC).

For more info, visit Champagne Cattier website. VARIETALS 50% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay VINTAGE NV (with gifted box) Download Tasting Note