Pacific Rim, Vin de Glaciere Riesling, Columbia Valley

Nose was to floral. And the finish was excessively dry

We used to love Pacific Rim White Flowers brut, but this last case has yielded several bottles that we have not loved. This one yielded only a slight hiss upon popping the cork. No, popping is not even the right word. It was more like giving up the cork with a whimper. I used to not understand how this wine could not be more popular. But now it seems as though the quality has taken a step back.

Tasted at the masterclass at the 2015 Canberra International Riesling Challenge. Developed nose, with toast, kerosene, aged cork notes, plus some analdehydes, on top of lemon and yellow stone fruit. Quite a tropical fruit palate - pineapple and sweet yellow peaches. Acidity is disjointed and dominates the finish. Equal last of 5 US Rieslings tried in the bracket.

My understanding is that they have they have switched to methode champenoise for the secondary fermentation. We bought a case of this from the winery because we have loved this wine in the past. For some reason, it just doesn't seem as good to us. We always buy the brut. This just doesn't seem to have the same verve and pizzaz.

Deep gold in color. Fine bubbles and quickly fading white mousse. Faint nose of apple? White peach? Apply palate with a slight bit of bread. Not as stern as a Sekt, but pretty close in style. A worthy effort.

At $8 from PLCB - this was fantastic sparkler. A crowd pleaser - just sweet enough for the "non-drinkers" to enjoy.

Don't remember as this was a while ago, but definitely a buy again if it comes up.

Still love it. Very consistent, easy to drink.

A very nice afternoon or just hanging around with friends sparkling wine. Fruit and just a tad sweet. Floral notes with a lemony zing. Nice soft bubbles.

Golden color. Yeasty nose of peach. Spritzy, very frothy entry with a burst of citrus & dried peach with a distinct floral element. There is no finesse in the mousse of this wine. The flavors are OK though.

Slightly sweeter than say Barefoot Spumante or old Chat. Ste. Michelle Spumante, but perfect for a summer day. More pear than apricot, more honey than citrus. Best served cold, think 50 degrees F. Nice effort.

Colour: straw yellow; colour depth: pale; clarity: clear Aroma intensity: low; development: youthful Aromas: fresh grass, citrusy Dry; light body; crisp to tart acidity; moderate to full flavour intensity; medium finish Flavours: tart apple, pear, grapefruit Lots of foam and large-ish bubbles. The riesling notes come through and makes this a lighter, tangier alternative to a standard chardonnay or pinot-based sparkling wine. Very easy and fun to drink. Great for a hot summer day.

Really, really tasty

Crisp and refreshing and yummy. Not too sweet.