<h1><i>étoile</i> Rosé, sur lees 2003 -- Domaine Chandon Shopping Cart</h1> <i><b>92 Points</b><br><i>étoile</i> Rosé, our premium cuvée.</i> <p> <p>ACCOLADES<br/><b>92 Points,</b> <i>Wine Enthusiast,</i> December 30, 2008<br><b>90 Points,</b> <i>Wine Spectator,</i> December 15, 2007 <br><br> PHILOSOPHY <br />French for star&#8212; <i>&#233;toile</i> embodies our commitment to crafting the finest sparkling ros&#233; in America. The winemaking team has carte blanche in creating this wine. They have absolute freedom to break from all traditional limitations and commonly accepted rules in sparkling winemaking. This philosophy is now also visibly represented by the use of a crown seal. This unconventional closure symbolizes our commitment to providing the best sparkling wine to our consumers. For example, we impose no appellation requirement and allow the winemaking team to source from the very best vineyards in any given vintage. With no vintage requirements, we have the freedom to blend the current vintage with the perfect complement of library, or reserve wines, to build layers of depth and complexity. This is the concept of sur lees dating. And finally, we subscribe to no predetermined varietal blend or style; we simply reflect the best style the vineyards have to offer. <i>&#233;toile</i> Ros&#233; combines the forward fruit of a red wine and the elegant structure of a white. It is coveted by the most passionate connoisseurs for its unique character and limited availability. <br /><br /> TASTING NOTES <br />In keeping with the traditional ros&#233; winemaking method, we add a small amount of red wine (Pinot Noir) prior to tirage to create the distinctive salmon color with copper hues. The wine&#8217;s aromas are rich and complex - floral notes with Santa Rosa plum, raspberry and nutmeg. These aromas follow through on the palate and are layered with candied ginger and pomegranate flavors, evolving into truffle, cocoa and earthy tones. The wine finishes with excellent length and richness that will stand up to a variety of foods. <br /><br /> FOOD AND WINE PAIRING <br />The understated power of this wine with its bold but elegant character is an excellent match with the richness found in foie gras, lobster, veal, and simple desserts such as cr&#232;me br&#251;l&#233;e. For even more fun, try this wine on a romantic picnic. <br /><br /> Appellation: Napa and Sonoma Counties <br /><br /> Composition: <br />55% Chardonay <br /> 40% Pinot Noir <br /> 5% Pinot Meunier <br /><br /> Aging Profile: Aged sur lees since 2003, for a minimu of 5 years <br /><br /> Style: Brut Ros&#233;</p> <p> <ul style="padding-left: 15px"> <li>SKU: 0202208</li> </ul> </p> <p><b>Other products in the category <a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Category2" title="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt;"><i>étoile</i></a>:</b> <br clear="left"><br /><a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product190" title="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut, sur lees 2003"><img src="https://store.nexternal.com/chandon/images/etoile_brut1.jpg" align="left" alt="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut, sur lees 2003" name="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut, sur lees 2003" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product190" title="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut, sur lees 2003"><i>étoile</i> Brut, sur lees 2003</a> -- <i>étoile</i> Brut, elegance and grace personified <br clear="left"><br /><a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product228" title="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; T&#234;te de Cuv&#233;e, 2000"><img src="https://store.nexternal.com/chandon/images/etoile_tete_de_cuvee_2000.jpg" align="left" alt="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; T&#234;te de Cuv&#233;e, 2000" name="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; T&#234;te de Cuv&#233;e, 2000" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product228" title="&lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; T&#234;te de Cuv&#233;e, 2000"><i>étoile</i> Tête de Cuvée, 2000</a> -- Chandon's newest star: <i>étoile</i> Tête de Cuvée <br clear="left"><br /><a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product119" title="For the Sophisticated - 2pk"><img src="https://store.nexternal.com/chandon/images/for_the_sophisticated.jpg" align="left" alt="For the Sophisticated - 2pk" name="For the Sophisticated - 2pk" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product119" title="For the Sophisticated - 2pk">For the Sophisticated - 2pk</a> -- Delight your chic and savvy friends and family members this holiday season with our special <i>étoile</i> pair. <br clear="left"><br /><a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product232" title="Chandon's Bright Stars"><img src="https://store.nexternal.com/chandon/images/wineshop_BrightStar_thm.jpg" align="left" alt="Chandon's Bright Stars" name="Chandon's Bright Stars" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product232" title="Chandon's Bright Stars">Chandon's Bright Stars</a> -- Share this exclusive pair of étoile sparkling wines. <br clear="left"><br /><a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product233" title="Chandon's Ultimate Stars"><img src="https://store.nexternal.com/chandon/images/wineshop_UltimateStars_thm1.jpg" align="left" alt="Chandon's Ultimate Stars" name="Chandon's Ultimate Stars" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product233" title="Chandon's Ultimate Stars">Chandon's Ultimate Stars</a> -- Pop the cork on this exclusive sparkling trio and add star quality to any gathering <br clear="left"><br /><a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product27" title="The Gift of the Stars 6pk &lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut in Wooden Gift Box"><img src="https://store.nexternal.com/chandon/images/gift_of_the_stars_Brut.jpg" align="left" alt="The Gift of the Stars 6pk &lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut in Wooden Gift Box" name="The Gift of the Stars 6pk &lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut in Wooden Gift Box" border="0" hspace="10" /></a> <a href="http://wineshop.chandon.com/Product27" title="The Gift of the Stars 6pk &lt;i&gt;&#233;toile&lt;/i&gt; Brut in Wooden Gift Box">The Gift of the Stars 6pk <i>étoile</i> Brut in Wooden Gift Box</a> -- The Gift of Stars - <i>étoile</i>. 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