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2017 Brut Reserve

2017 Brut Reserve

$78.30
$78.30
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To sip our Brut Reserve, from any vintage, is truly to taste our ambitions, hopes, and dreams in a glass; the raison d’etre of Benjamin Bridge. By definition, the Brut Reserve is made from the best parcels of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with meticulous blending parameters that aim to bring forth a sparkling greater than the sum of its parts, no matter how diminutive the volume. The grapes are carefully hand-harvested and meticulously pressed to maintain the most pristine quality. During blending, the final wine is painstakingly selected from strictly the highest quality barrels before being aged for a decadent minimum of five years on lees prior to final disgorgement and ultimate release. A captivating and expansive wine.

TASTING NOTES

In the glass, a deep golden colour with a wheat hue. On the nose, aromas of ripe orchard fruits, brioche, and toasted almond. The palate is broad yet finely balanced - showcasing a remarkable depth while retaining a crystalline purity. Chardonnay contributes minerality and finesse, while Pinot Noir adds body and a subtle red fruit complexity. Fine bubbles and a creamy mouthfeel lend an expansive finale with a whisper of saline minerality.

TECH SPECS

Vintage: 2017

Varietal Composition: 55% Pinot Noir, 45% Chardonnay

Alc. by vol.: 12%

pH: 3.1

TA: 6.9 g/l

Brix (avg. at harvest): 19.5ºBx

Recommended Drinking: 2024-2028

SHIPPING & DELIVERY

• Free delivery over $75 to select areas of HRM & Wolfville
• Free shipping over $250 within Canada
• Canada Post shipping rates are calculated at checkout based on package weight and region

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FURTHER NOTES

The 2017 Brut Reserve marks a pinnacle in Benjamin Bridge's sparkling wine legacy, capturing the exceptional conditions of the 2017 growing season. Ideal weather patterns delivered balanced maturity and vibrant acidity, with warm, dry summer days tempered by cool Atlantic breezes. This allowed the grapes to develop richness and concentration without sacrificing freshness, leading to an outstanding harvest timed to perfection. The season began with an early bud break and a compressed ripening window, yet warm summer days and moderate rainfall encouraged ideal growth.

This climate harmony supported balanced acidity and phenolic development, essential for expressive sparkling wines. The blend—55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay-was meticulously crafted, with only the finest parcels selected and aged over five years on lees. With both power and elegance, the 2017 Brut Reserve exemplifies Benjamin Bridge's commitment to quality, a landmark wine with impressive ageing potential and immediate charm-destined to become a cornerstone of the winery's history.

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