Cruse Wine Co. Traditional Sparkling Wine NV exact-rating_93x2 underscored by doses of salinity

underscored by doses of salinity and licorice on the lengthy finish

It's rounded but with good freshness

Malbec lends freshness and smoothness

toasted bread and spice

Cruse Wine Co. Traditional Sparkling Wine NV exact-rating_93x2 underscored by doses of salinityWinery: "An intense perfume of earth and fruit. Straw, honey comb, pear overlay a light autolytic pastry note of sweet pastry cream and vanilla. On the palate, delicate berry fruit, early season melon, with bright acidity and a tremendous length. The Cruse Tradition Sparkling is designed to be a departure from Ultramarine in that it will always be a blend of varietals, vintages and vineyards." 95 Points, Wine Advocate: "The 2017 Tradition Sparkling