Wine Critics:
'/%3e%3cmask%20id='path-2-inside-2_2857_5350'%20fill='white'%3e%3crect%20x='9'%20y='2'%20width='5'%20height='12'%20rx='0.5'/%3e%3c/mask%3e%3crect%20x='9'%20y='2'%20width='5'%20height='12'%20rx='0.5'%20stroke='%231F1F1F'%20stroke-width='2.4'%20mask='url(%23path-2-inside-2_2857_5350)'/%3e%3c/svg%3e)
SKUID: S002752
Racines Wine Grand Reserve Chardonnay Sparkling Santa Rita Hills NV
Vintage Character
The Sta. Rita Hills Grand Reserve Chardonnay Sparkling NV (Base 2020) from Racines is a striking example of California sparkling wine, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grown in the region’s renowned, marine-influenced vineyards. The 2020 base vintage was shaped by a cool, moderate growing season, which fostered wines of notable tension, clarity, and aging potential.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Awarded 93 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, this cuvée opens with aromas of green apple, citrus zest, white flowers, and a hint of brioche. The palate is vibrant and layered, offering crisp orchard fruit, lemon curd, and toasted almond, supported by a fine mousse and a mineral-driven backbone that reflects the calcareous soils of the Sta. Rita Hills. The finish is long and refreshing, with lingering chalk and a subtle saline note. This sparkling wine pairs beautifully with oysters and mignonette, goat cheese tart, or roasted chicken with herbs, each dish enhancing its lively acidity and creamy texture.
Winery Background
Racines is the result of a unique partnership between Justin Willett of Tyler Winery in California, Étienne de Montille of Burgundy, and Rodolphe Péters of Champagne Pierre Péters, bringing together expertise from both the Old and New Worlds. Their shared vision centers on expressing the purity of site and varietal, with a commitment to sustainable and biodynamic vineyard practices in the Sta. Rita Hills. Grapes are hand-harvested and the wines are produced using the traditional méthode champenoise, with extended lees aging to develop depth and complexity. Racines has quickly earned recognition for its meticulous craftsmanship and for bridging Californian fruit with classic French sparkling wine tradition, resulting in wines that are both expressive and refined.
The Sta. Rita Hills Grand Reserve Chardonnay Sparkling NV (Base 2020) from Racines is a striking example of California sparkling wine, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grown in the region’s renowned, marine-influenced vineyards. The 2020 base vintage was shaped by a cool, moderate growing season, which fostered wines of notable tension, clarity, and aging potential.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
Awarded 93 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, this cuvée opens with aromas of green apple, citrus zest, white flowers, and a hint of brioche. The palate is vibrant and layered, offering crisp orchard fruit, lemon curd, and toasted almond, supported by a fine mousse and a mineral-driven backbone that reflects the calcareous soils of the Sta. Rita Hills. The finish is long and refreshing, with lingering chalk and a subtle saline note. This sparkling wine pairs beautifully with oysters and mignonette, goat cheese tart, or roasted chicken with herbs, each dish enhancing its lively acidity and creamy texture.
Winery Background
Racines is the result of a unique partnership between Justin Willett of Tyler Winery in California, Étienne de Montille of Burgundy, and Rodolphe Péters of Champagne Pierre Péters, bringing together expertise from both the Old and New Worlds. Their shared vision centers on expressing the purity of site and varietal, with a commitment to sustainable and biodynamic vineyard practices in the Sta. Rita Hills. Grapes are hand-harvested and the wines are produced using the traditional méthode champenoise, with extended lees aging to develop depth and complexity. Racines has quickly earned recognition for its meticulous craftsmanship and for bridging Californian fruit with classic French sparkling wine tradition, resulting in wines that are both expressive and refined.
Product details
Wine TypeSparkling
WineryRacines
Grape VarietiesChardonnay
WinemakerEtienne de Montille & Justin Willett
CountryUSA
Expert RatingJS 94
RegionCalifornia
Production VolumeUnknown
Sub-regionSanta Rita Hills
SweetnessBrut
Classification (Ranking)Icon
Alcohol Level12.5
Format750ml
Prices
Altaya Wines
Standard delivery 2-5 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$530
Something you might like
Racines Grand Reserve Blanc de Blancs NV
Champagne Henri Billiot et Fils Rosé Grand Cru Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Dumangin J. Fils 'Le Vintage' Premier Cru Extra Brut 2004
Champagne Hervé Dubois Brut Rosé Grand Cru NV
Champagne Vazart-Coquart & Fils Brut Rosé Grand Cru NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Françoise Bedel & Fils 'Cuvée Entre Ciel et Terre' Brut 2017
Casa E. di Mirafiore Alta Langa 'Diavoletto' 2018
Donkey & Goat Winery Lily's Pét-Nat Sparkling Chardonnay Anderson Valley California 2024
Champagne Michel Arnould et Fils 'La Grande Cuvée' Brut NV
Champagne Pol Roger Rosé (Gift Box) 2019
Champagne Pierre Corbon Avize Blanc de Blancs Brut Grand Cru 2014
Simonsig Estate Kaapse Vonkel Brut 2024
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Dom Pérignon 'P2 Plénitude' Brut 2002
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Salon Cuvee 'S' Le Mesnil Assortment Oenotheque Set ( 2 x 2004, 2 x2006, 2 x 2007, 1 x 2008 Magnum) MV
Champagne Delamotte Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Emmanuel Brochet Cuvée Le Mont Benoît Premier Cru Extra Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Krug Grande Cuvée 169ème Édition Brut NV
Champagne Drappier La Grande Sendrée Brut Millésimé 2015
Champagne Marc Hébrart 'Sélection' Premier Cru Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Emmanuel Brochet 'Sélection' Extra Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Emmanuel Brochet Rosé d'Assemblage Extra Brut 2023
Champagne Pol Roger Brut (Gift Box) 2018
Champagne Corbon Avize Blanc de Blancs Brut Grand Cru 2015
Champagne Lamiable 'Graine d'Étoiles' Grand Cru Brut Nature NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Fleury Père et Fils 'Notes Blanches' Brut Nature 2015
Champagne Paul Launois 'Illustration' Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Grand Cru NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Pajon Selosse Brut Millésime 2018
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Guy Michel & Fils 'Paris Folies' Brut Millésimé 2000
Champagne Laherte Frères 'Les Grandes Crayères' Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru 2021
Champagne Marc Hébrart Rosé Brut NV
Schramsberg Vineyards Blanc de Blancs 2021
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Benoît Michel Extra Brut Millésimé 2006
Champagne Rémi Leroy Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs 2020
Champagne Jean Vesselle Brut Réserve NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Pierre Moncuit 'Nicole Moncuit' Vieilles Vignes Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut Millésimé 2008
Champagne Paul Bara Special Club Rosé Grand Cru 2015
Champagne Laherte Frères 'Les 7' Solera Extra Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Geoffroy 'Les Houtrants Complantés' Premier Cru Brut Nature NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Piper-Heidsieck 'RARE' Brut Luminous Edition 2013
Champagne Vazart-Coquart & Fils 'Spécial Gourmet' Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Sec NV
Champagne Launois Père et Fils Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru NV
Champagne Larmandier Bernier 'Les Chemins d'Avize' Grand Cru Extra Brut 2016
Champagne J. Lassalle Brut Premier Cru Rosé NV
Champagne Drappier Carte d'Or Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Arnaud Moreau 'Cuvée Odyssée' Brut Zéro Grand Cru 2007
Champagne Perrine Fresne 'Les Basses Croix' Extra Brut 2020
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Lancelot Pienne 'Cuvée Perceval' Brut 2012
Champagne Pol Roger Brut 2018
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Antoine Chevalier Blanc de Blancs 'Intégrale' Brut Nature 2021
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Guy Michel & Fils Brut Millésimé 1998
Tiansai Vineyards 'Skyline of Gobi' Sparkling Wine 2017
Champagne J. Lassalle 'Préférence' Premier Cru Brut NV
Champagne Laurent Lequart Blanc de Blancs Brut NV
Champagne Larmandier Bernier 'Latitude' Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut NV
Champagne Drappier Clarevallis NV
Sokol Blosser Winery Bluebird Sparkling Brut 2022
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Henri Goutorbe 'Collection René' Grand Cru Brut Millésimé 2002
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Jacques Selosse 'Initial' Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Brut NV
Champagne Drappier Quattuor Extra Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Louis Roederer 'Cristal' Brut Gift Box 2014
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne De Venoge Brut Millésime 2002
Champagne Larmandier Bernier Rosé de Saignée Premier Cru Extra Brut NV
Champagne Pol Roger Brut (Gift Box) NV
Champagne Paul Bara 'Comtesse Marie de France' Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru 2014
Champagne Henri Billiot et Fils 'Cuvée Laetitia' Brut NV
Champagne Michel Arnould et Fils 'Mémoire de Vignes' Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Brut 2017
Champagne Franck Bonville Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2018
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Egly Ouriet 'Tradition' Ambonnay Extra Brut Grand Cru NV
Champagne Guy Charlemagne Blanc de Blancs Brut Réserve Grand Cru NV
Champagne Paul Bara Extra Brut Grand Cru NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Antoine Chevalier Blanc de Blancs 'Ovoïde' Brut Nature NV
Champagne Delamotte Blanc de Blancs NV
Champagne Drappier Cuvée Charles de Gaulle Brut NV
Champagne Launois Père et Fils 'Veuve Clémence' Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru NV
Devo MV04 NV
Champagne Laherte Frères Ultradition Extra Brut NV
Champagne Gyejacquot Collection Rosé NV
Champagne Barrat-Masson Champagne Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs 'Fleur de Craie' NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Cédric Bouchard Roses de Jeanne 'La Haute Lemblée' Blanc de Blancs Brut 2012
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Dom Pérignon 'Oenothèque' Rosé Brut 1992
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Pajon Selosse Avize Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2017
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Taittinger 'Comtes de Champagne' Blanc de Blancs Brut 2005
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne Domaine Pajon Selosse 'Cuvée Marius' Blanc de Blancs Vieilles Vignes Brut Nature NV
Champagne Marc Hébrart Mareuil-sur-Aÿ 'Mes Favorites' Vieilles Vignes Premier Cru Brut NV
Fast Delivery4 Hours
Champagne De Venoge Vinothèque Extra Brut 1999
Mindful Sparks Sparkling Dragon Pearl Jasmine Tea Case of 12 x 375ml NV