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1 Thomson & Scott
Noughty Sparkling Chardonnay
86/100
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Remove Thomson & Scott Noughty Sparkling Chardonnay
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Declared alcohol
- Bottle 10.0%
- Bottle 20.5%
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Apple, Lemon
- Bottle 2Bready, Pear, Apple
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Sweetness
1Thomson & ScottOff-dry
2Society De La RassiOff-dry
Body
1Thomson & ScottLight body
2Society De La RassiNot assessed
Acidity
1Thomson & ScottNot assessed
2Society De La RassiBright acidity
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| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Record | Tasted | Tasted |
| Score Differs | 86/100 |
87/100 |
| Verdict | Organic La Mancha Chardonnay, dealcoholized, then lightly carbonated. Pale, crisp, and modestly sweet — with a documented alcohol-removal step. | Doughy aromas and delicate pear and apple introduce a sparkling Chardonnay whose gentle sweetness gives way to lively acidity and a lingering, mouthwatering… |
| Flavor Differs | Apple, Lemon | Bready, Pear, Apple |
| Sweetness | Off-dry | Off-dry |
| Body Differs | Light body | — |
| Acidity Differs | — | Bright acidity |
| Likeness | A wine that fermented, then lost the alcohol. Ripe apple, lemon peel, and a faint pastry note that never becomes brioche. The mousse is fine enough for a toast. The body is slender, and the close turns sugary if the glass sits. | Doughy aromas, delicate apple and pear, and a persistent tart finish give a convincing sparkling-wine impression. Gentle sweetness remains in balance as acidity builds through the sip. |
| Category | Wine | Wine |
| Style | Chardonnay | Chardonnay |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Alcohol level Differs | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Production | Dealcoholized | Dealcoholized |
| Method | Vacuum distillation | Vacuum distillation |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | Castilla–La Mancha, Spain | La Mancha, Spain |
| Price Differs | $20–$29 | $30+ |
| Bottle size | 750 ml | 750 ml |
| Evidence | ||
| Verification Differs | Producer documented | Bottle verified |
| Sources | 11 sources | 8 sources |
| Last verified | 2026-10-20 | 2026-10-24 |