Color: Pale strawberry
Aromas: Delicate aromas of raspberry
Palate: Round and creamy, with fresh berry flavors and well-balanced crispness.
The Wine
Michel-Schlumberger extra dry sparkling Rosé wine is crafted from grapes grown at our Benchland Estate Vineyard in Sonoma County. This sparkling wine was produced by inducing in-bottle secondary fermentation and a minimum of 12 months of aging using the traditional method champenoise to create the tiny bubbles and complex flavors. It will continue to develop as it ages.
The Vineyard
The grapes used to make this Rosé sparkling wine are all from our estate vineyard at Michel-Schlumberger.
Vintage
Some of these grapes were picked in the 2018 vintage. Moderate summer and fall temperatures allowed the grapes to retain bright fruit flavors.
Harvest: Average brix: 19.2 pH: 3.29 TA: 0.76 g/100ml
Fermentation: Fermented in stainless steel tanks at cool temperatures to retain the fruit flavors. No malolactic fermentation. After fermentation, the wine was settled then blended into this cuvée.
Cooperage / Aging: The cuvée was bottled with a dosage of special sparkling wine yeast and allowed to ferment in the bottle. Aged for 14 months “on the yeast” in the bottle, the wine develops the classic rich texture and refined “sparkle” that comes from this “Methode Champenoise” technique.
Disgorging Date: June 29, 2020
pH: 3.24
TA: 0.70 g/100ml
Alcohol: 12.5%
Residual Sugar: 0.9%
Cases Produced: 490
What’s Included
4-bottles:
4x - Michel-Schlumberger Sparkling Rosé, Sonoma County
Case:
12x - Michel-Schlumberger Sparkling Rosé, Sonoma County
Michel-Schlumberger’s first vines were planted in 1979 by Jean-Jacques Michel, a native of Switzerland. Michel traveled extensively across Northern California in search of the perfect location to establish his winery. He quickly recognized the potential of the Dry Creek Valley climate and soils to produce premium Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Pinot Blanc grapes, and saw the contoured exposures of Wine Creek Canyon, in particular, as ideal for creating unique flavors, especially in red wines.
In 1991, Jacques Pierre Schlumberger joined the winery team, bringing with him a legacy of over 400 years of winemaking in Alsace, France.
It was at this point that the Michel-Schlumberger brand was born. Over the years, the winery’s exceptional wines and the beauty of its estate have garnered global attention and acclaim. The mission-style architecture of the estate reflects Michel-Schlumberger’s European roots while honoring the influence of early Spanish settlers in California. Today, the winery’s white stucco walls, terracotta-tiled roof, bell tower, and grand courtyard create a spectacular setting for a day in Sonoma’s wine country.
Our Estate heritage is also reflected in the guest experience, which includes motorized tours through the vineyards, walking cellar tours through the production area, barrel tastings, and seated reserve tastings of our award-winning, small-production wines.
Available States
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
@InVinoVeritas In my house we go through tons of Aperol and sparkling wine making spritzes. I’ve never thought of making Aperol Spritz with sparkling rose. Do you prefer it that way?
@mrn1 It’s pretty good, but I don’t do it too often since sparkling rose is usually more expensive. This is a cheap way to enjoy something familiar, but a little different.
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations.)
NV Michel-Schlumberger Sparkling Rosé - $60 = 26.66%
@carl669@kawichris650 they timed this one perfectly for us, I’m probably gonna get a whole case for the warm days ahead. Thanks for tagging all the locals!
I was excited to be selected as a lab rat for this release. As a self-proclaimed sparkling wine enthusiast, I enjoy discovering new sparkling wines!
My first impression was the wine’s beautiful pale salmon color. The label doesn’t offer much detail. It lists Sonoma County as the appellation but provides no insight into the varietals, composition, or vineyard characteristics, which is a bit of a pet peeve of mine. I only learned more about the PN/CH blend through this thread. The inclusion of older fruit (dating back to 2018) also makes sense in hindsight, as it seems to come through in the wine’s softer acidity and subtle brioche notes.
On to the tasting notes! This is a very pleasant wine with flavors of soft red fruit, apricot, peach, with light citrus and soft floral characteristics. The acidity is notably gentle, surprisingly so, given the lab stats, which make sense when I read about this wine’s age. I love aged sparkling wines, I think they can lend themselves to food better. As a mom to two young kids, I can’t say I had the opportunity (time) to enjoy a nice food/wine pairing with this bottle, but I will say this wine pairs pretty well with a toddler’s leftover mac n’ cheese and bath time LOL. The finish is medium in length and lingers nicely with a mix of red fruit (I really picked up raspberries) and brioche.
As for the nose, I didn’t find it particularly complex. It’s fairly soft, with faint floral hints, but overall comes across as somewhat subdued.
Overall, a very enjoyable wine. We finished the whole bottle and would easily purchase more in the future.
The average dosage in Brut Champagne—the most common style—is typically less than 12 grams of sugar per liter. While the allowed limit is 12g/L, many modern producers are trending lower, often averaging around 9–11 grams of sugar per liter. Dosage is the final sugar-and-wine mixture added to balance acidity.
Dosage Scale by Champagne Style (Sugar per Liter):
Brut Nature (Zero Dosage): 0-3g/L
Extra Brut: 0-6g/L
Brut (Average): < 12g/L
Extra Dry: 12-17g/L
Sec: 17-32g/L
Demi-Sec: 32-50g/L
Doux: > 50g/L
Michel-Schlumberger Sparkling Rosé, Sonoma County
Sensory Notes
The Wine
The Vineyard
Vintage
Specs
What’s Included
4-bottles:
Case:
Price Comparison
$600.00/Case for 12x 2022 Michel-Schlumberger Sparkling Rosé, Sonoma County at Michel-Schlumberger
About The Winery
Available States
AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY
Estimated Delivery
Monday, May 4 - Tuesday, May 5
NV Michel-Schlumberger Sparkling Rosé
4 bottles for $74.99 $18.75/bottle + $2/bottle shipping
Case of 12 for $164.99 $13.75/bottle + $1/bottle shipping
Been a while since I last ordered, but in for 2 cases for Aperol Spritz for the summer
@InVinoVeritas In my house we go through tons of Aperol and sparkling wine making spritzes. I’ve never thought of making Aperol Spritz with sparkling rose. Do you prefer it that way?
@mrn1 It’s pretty good, but I don’t do it too often since sparkling rose is usually more expensive. This is a cheap way to enjoy something familiar, but a little different.
/giphy thirsty-glossy-whistle
Why so little time on the lees?
Nonetheless, at this price, we’d be happy to facilitate a SoCal split. Or maybe a delayed Chicagoland one.
@klezman i would take 4 in socal
@winedavid59 I had no idea I had so much pull around here. Thanks for the bubbles!
I was a big fan of the first MS sparkling offer. Excited to try this one!
/giphy occlusive-military-octopus
How much more are you saving by buying a full case?
(Note: tax and shipping are not included in savings calculations.)
NV Michel-Schlumberger Sparkling Rosé - $60 = 26.66%
@coynedj @cynthylee @CruelMelody
@Jeanhp3 @Heyjude1 @ampeloquin22
@TJDoering @wojtek @jermarley
@carl669 @takethefarm @pete0744
@chrisnord @PRH2 @dmischke99
@andrewbrion @slinger42 @rg_zin @adrianafitz
Anyone in the Twin Cities interested in splitting a case?
@kawichris650 thanks for pinging me, but i’ve got wayyy too much right now.
@carl669 @kawichris650 they timed this one perfectly for us, I’m probably gonna get a whole case for the warm days ahead. Thanks for tagging all the locals!
the only debate was whether to order 1 or 2 cases. easy pull for the upcoming summer season.
I was excited to be selected as a lab rat for this release. As a self-proclaimed sparkling wine enthusiast, I enjoy discovering new sparkling wines!
My first impression was the wine’s beautiful pale salmon color. The label doesn’t offer much detail. It lists Sonoma County as the appellation but provides no insight into the varietals, composition, or vineyard characteristics, which is a bit of a pet peeve of mine. I only learned more about the PN/CH blend through this thread. The inclusion of older fruit (dating back to 2018) also makes sense in hindsight, as it seems to come through in the wine’s softer acidity and subtle brioche notes.
On to the tasting notes! This is a very pleasant wine with flavors of soft red fruit, apricot, peach, with light citrus and soft floral characteristics. The acidity is notably gentle, surprisingly so, given the lab stats, which make sense when I read about this wine’s age. I love aged sparkling wines, I think they can lend themselves to food better. As a mom to two young kids, I can’t say I had the opportunity (time) to enjoy a nice food/wine pairing with this bottle, but I will say this wine pairs pretty well with a toddler’s leftover mac n’ cheese and bath time LOL. The finish is medium in length and lingers nicely with a mix of red fruit (I really picked up raspberries) and brioche.
As for the nose, I didn’t find it particularly complex. It’s fairly soft, with faint floral hints, but overall comes across as somewhat subdued.
Overall, a very enjoyable wine. We finished the whole bottle and would easily purchase more in the future.
@ElkhornPeak Thanks Elise!!
Sugar content?
@the5balls specs say Residual Sugar: 0.9%…so 9 g/L of sugar = Brut…think I’m right
@ElkhornPeak Any insights on this aspect?
AI to the rescue.
The average dosage in Brut Champagne—the most common style—is typically less than 12 grams of sugar per liter. While the allowed limit is 12g/L, many modern producers are trending lower, often averaging around 9–11 grams of sugar per liter. Dosage is the final sugar-and-wine mixture added to balance acidity.
Dosage Scale by Champagne Style (Sugar per Liter):
Brut Nature (Zero Dosage): 0-3g/L
Extra Brut: 0-6g/L
Brut (Average): < 12g/L
Extra Dry: 12-17g/L
Sec: 17-32g/L
Demi-Sec: 32-50g/L
Doux: > 50g/L
The lab rat report pushed this over the edge for me…sounds like it will be good for the summer.
/giphy futuristic-savvy-barley