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9786 Ross Station Road, Sebastopol, California, USABuy online directly from the producer:
www.ironhorsevineyards.com/wine/Experimental phase: initial rating derived from official awards and critic reviews
Iron Horse 2020 Wedding Cuvée is a sparkling wine that captivates with its delicate blush hue, lively bubbles, and silky mousse. On the nose, it offers vibrant aromas of raspberry, subtle hints of strawberry, and a touch of citrus zest. The palate reveals bright red fruit flavors at the forefront, seamlessly transitioning to the mid-palate, followed by notes of red apple and a creamy richness, culminating in a textured grapefruit finish. This cuvée is Iron Horse's interpretation of a Blanc de Noirs, blending expressive, fruit-forward Pinot Noir lots with a touch of Chardonnay to add a firm acid backbone.
Iron Horse Vineyards is a family-owned winery founded in 1976. The winery produces exclusively estate-grown wines, including sparkling wines, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, which reflect the uniqueness of the Green Valley appellation and the distinct character of each vintage.
Their winemaking style emphasizes elegance, brightness, and balance, with a strong focus on sustainability and land preservation. Iron Horse is best known for its Wedding Cuvée, a sparkling wine first produced in 1980, which has become a favorite for weddings, anniversaries, and other special celebrations.