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Where they differ
Declared alcohol
- Bottle 10.5%
- Bottle 2<0.5%
Flavor profile
- Bottle 1Bready, Pear, Apple
- Bottle 2Pear, Apple, Pineapple, Lemon, Citrus, Mineral
Structure, side by side
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Sweetness
1Society De La RassiOff-dry
2SummerlandOff-dry
Body
1Society De La RassiNot assessed
2SummerlandNot assessed
Acidity
1Society De La RassiBright acidity
2SummerlandNot assessed
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| Field | ||
|---|---|---|
| Taste | ||
| Score Differs | 87/100 |
81/100 |
| Verdict | Doughy aromas and delicate pear and apple introduce a sparkling Chardonnay whose gentle sweetness gives way to lively acidity and a lingering, mouthwatering… | Soft, fruit-forward Chardonnay with pear, apple and a citrus finish, but this bottle showed a corked, musty character. The 81/100 reflects apparent underlyin… |
| Flavor Differs | Bready, Pear, Apple | Pear, Apple, Pineapple, Lemon, Citrus, Mineral |
| Acidity Differs | Bright acidity | — |
| Likeness | 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. | — |
| Alcohol & production | ||
| Alcohol level Differs | 0.5% | <0.5% |
| Method Differs | Vacuum distillation | Undeclared |
| Product facts | ||
| Origin | La Mancha, Spain | Santa Barbara County, United States |
| Price Differs | $30+ | Under $20 |
| Evidence | ||
| Sources | 8 sources | 4 sources |