Argyle Brut Rosé

Argyle

Sparkling · Champagne Blend
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89 /100
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2008 Sparkling 89/100
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Taster #7424 · Jun 26, 2023
91/100
Final bottle of 6 and possibly the best yet. Color was light gold but flavor profile was much more aged. Still effervescent with candied ginger, lemon, apple, and some savory spices. Well done. Drink or hold depending on your bubbly preference.
2008 vintage
Taster #2136 · Jan 19, 2018
92/100
Wow! Either this was an exceptional Vintage for Argyle or I’ve managed to hit this at it’s apogee. Really fantastic nose of bruised peaches and apricot, toasted brioche drizzled with dark sourwood honey. Medium bodied and plenty rich on the palate. Loads of sweet flavors that exactly echo the nose but with a blood orange twist thrown in. Really fantastic expression of mature bubbly! 92
2008 vintage
Taster #7240 · Oct 23, 2017
91/100
Retail $30. 63% Pinot Noir, 37% Chardonnay. This was my last bottle of 2008 that I bought from a former employee at the winery. Once he left, my supply of inexpensive Argyle was severed. Sad, as this is delicious: citrus and baked apple bask in an effervescent golden-yellow playground. On the palate, this dances on the tongue with wonderful brioche and a tartness that endures through the finish and beyond. Yum. Outstanding. 90-92 Points. www.thedrunkencyclist.com
2008 vintage
Taster #1394 · Oct 12, 2016
89/100
*Drank in Portland* Crisp, clean, and an absolutely lovely nose on this sparkler from Oregon! Lovely light straw color and could go with many dishes.
2008 vintage
Taster #7240 · Feb 2, 2016
88/100
Ah, Argyle Brut, how I have missed thee. I used to drink you with regularity, but once my source dried up, I have been holding onto these bottles with white knuckles. Still great apple fruit and vibrant acidity, even eight years out. The price of this wine has slowly crept up over the last few years and I am not sure it is still great value (I paid $10 for these), but it certainly is a solid wine. thedrunkencyclist.com
2008 vintage
Taster #0175 · Nov 6, 2015
89/100
after 2 bottles with no fizz, this one was perfect. Think lighter Pinot noir with nice bubbles. Very sexy.
2008 vintage
Taster #0175 · Aug 16, 2015
bubbles were gone as was the last bottle. Good news is that the wine is still very good.
2008 vintage
Taster #0935 · Aug 7, 2015
88/100
Opened with friends at Liu Brothers. Pale yellow color with a short mousse and notes of pear, ginger, apple and blanched almonds. Medium bead with stone, apple and under-ripe peach qualities. Softened acidity. Drink now.
2008 vintage
Taster #0175 · Jun 28, 2015
88/100
Stil a nice rose but the bubbles are almost gone. Could be a bad seal. We'll see. 2 more to go.
2008 vintage
Taster #7424 · May 22, 2015
89/100
A welcome back to 'Murica wine. Yeast and green apple aromas; alcohol noticeable but nice lemon, green apple, candied cherry flavors. This is quality stuff. I have a single bottle left and if possible, I'd like to try this last one around 2020. 2020?! My goodness that sounds so futuristic, I'm hoping to take this bottle to an offline in my flying car.
2008 vintage
Taster #0935 · Mar 20, 2015
This had some leakage or overflow under the foil, and the cork did not "pop" so a perfect seal had not been maintained. No carbonation, but the wine was not completely compromised. A still wine that smelled and tasted of fresh green apples. It was drinkable, if one were in the mood for apple juice. No score as this was not a correct bottle.
2008 vintage
Taster #0175 · Jan 1, 2015
88/100
Lovely color, nice light bubbly . Went well with fruit deserts.
2008 vintage
Taster #3647 · Nov 20, 2014
88/100
Fresh, nice bubbles, lemon and tart apple. Consistent.
2008 vintage
Taster #2316 · Sep 21, 2014
92/100
Outstanding sparkler out of Oregon. Argyle never fails to impress. Wish I had a few more bottles. For the price this is as good as any domestic sparkling wine.
2008 vintage
Taster #3472 · Sep 16, 2014
Nice smooth champagne, excellent to drink alone
2008 vintage
Taster #3910 · Aug 5, 2014
83/100
Very light straw color; light citrus on the nose; crisp, tart, lemon and green apple on the palate. Very delicate with a clean effervescent finish. Tasted at 5th & Wine in Scottsdale.
2008 vintage
Taster #7240 · Aug 1, 2014
87/100
This has always been high on my list of best domestic sparklers—well made, great green apple flavors, good value. The retail on the vintage Brut has been steadily rising, though, and now retails for close to $30. It’s good, but I am not sure it’s THAT good. I used to have a guy who would get me this for around $10-12/bottle. Now that he has left Argyle? Well…. Very Good. thedrunkencyclist.com
2008 vintage
Taster #3647 · Jul 27, 2014
88/100
Light straw. Nice bubbles. Crisp apple with a hint of lemon. Decent complexity for the price.
2008 vintage
Taster #5081 · May 16, 2014
89/100
Opened by Allred at E&S. Very crisp and linear with citrus notes and nice acidity.
2008 vintage
Taster #0935 · May 16, 2014
88/100
Light color with notes of green apple, stone and minerals but at times quite reticent and not giving up very much. Mineral and apple tones on the palate.
2008 vintage
Taster #6612 · Apr 25, 2014
87/100
This wine had big notes of ripe pinot noir. I would have liked a little more acidity but considering it was 2008 I should not be surprised. It is good and fair for the price.
2008 vintage
Taster #4443 · Dec 31, 2013
88/100
Green apple aromas with some background pale red fruit, which makes me think this must have a fair amount of Pinot Noir. Same tart apple flavors, lean and elegant, with a bit of sourdough bread. Very good value.
2008 vintage
Taster #8676 · Dec 11, 2013
88/100
Light, pale straw in color with a fine and steady mousse. Fragrant and attractive nose of ripe fruit aromas of apples, lemons/limes & tangerine peel, nutty, minerals, stony with lovely brioche notes. Medium-light bodied with a good concentration of balanced, ripe fruit flavors of sweet green apples & tart lemons, yeasty, minerals, stony and nutty. Lingering crisp finish. A well priced, very good, dry & crisp, fruit driven sparkler.
2008 vintage
Taster #3337 · Dec 1, 2013
92/100
Very good. I loved the fact that the main blending component of this wine was Pinot Meunier and the quality was so good. Just a little different than past vintages, I am sure due to all the PINOT MEUNIER in the blend, but just as good and refreshing. Anyone wanting to see what Pinot Meunier adds to the blend might want to try this wine!
2008 vintage
Taster #1222 · Nov 23, 2013
89/100
As others described great value but only bought 1 bottle. Perfect low key sparkler with some nice notes and complexities. Well balanced and integrated. Impressed.
2008 vintage
Taster #7424 · Sep 20, 2013
89/100
Similar to previous notes and hopefully as good as my other bottles!
2008 vintage
Taster #7424 · Sep 10, 2013
89/100
Great depth to the lemon, candied cherry, and yeast flavors. Nose is a touch shy but overall this is good wine and a superb deal (from JJBuckley).
2008 vintage
Taster #5496 · Sep 4, 2013
89/100
Wife preferred this much more than I. She loved the tart, dry structure, whereas I noticed the relative lack of fruit and flavor. For those looking for a dry, light style of sparkling wine this is it. There was enough yeast present to keep it interesting at least. A great buy at the JJB closeout price.
2008 vintage
Taster #4379 · Aug 30, 2013
88/100
A very nice sparkling wine. Lots of yeast notes along with candied lemon, some cherry fruit. Really complex for this price point. A great deal from JJBuckley.
2008 vintage
Taster #5210 · Jan 9, 2013
90/100
Nice balanced fruit coming through on this sparkler.
2008 vintage
Taster #8952 · Sep 29, 2012
93/100
Sparkling wines to me are all over the map, what one person likdes the other does not. For me, this Brut Rose was right on target. Great bubbles and a really great blush color. Nose of strawberries and notes of freash baked bread and minerals. Tight, tart, crisp and complex on the palate with those same notes of the nose coming through. Finish was great and left you wanting more. Much better, in my opinion, than the 88ish average. Enjoy.
2008 vintage
Taster #2869 · Jul 8, 2012
89/100
This was a good "by the pool" wine on a hot day.
2008 vintage
Taster #0855 · Jun 17, 2012
90/100
Stawberry. Floral. Complex but a bit rough around the edges.
2008 vintage
Taster #0492 · May 30, 2012
88/100
- Pink color - Very good sparkling rose, well worth the price.
2008 vintage
Taster #0184 · Apr 17, 2012
88/100
Willamette Valley - Tasted at winery : smokey, floral, blue berries.
2008 vintage
Taster #8613 · Apr 6, 2012
90/100
Popped and poured with chili (might sound strange, but sparklers seem to go with anything). Aroma has stawberries and a bit of a perfumey smell. Taste is definitely strawberries, with some creaminess to it as well.
2008 vintage
Taster #5477 · Apr 5, 2012
87/100
Pacific Northwest Tasting Trip Day 2; 4/4/2012-4/12/2012 (Willamette Valley & Portland) : Tasted at the Tasting room. Nose of raspberry, roses, and spice. Palate of raspberry, pomegranite, spice. Finish was average in length, okay cut.
2008 vintage
Taster #3337 · Apr 1, 2012
93/100
This one pushed all the right buttons for me with a sparkling wine. It had great mouthwatering acidity. The pinot noir fruit stood out with a nice strawberry flavor and a lingering aftertaste. Fruit was very lively. Kept me wanting more!
2008 vintage
Taster #2645 · Mar 29, 2012
89/100
Definitely very cava-like. Made me think of red berries and cream, with a hint of cinnamon.
2008 vintage
Taster #3859 · Mar 24, 2012
86/100
Blind Champagne and sparkling wines at Matt and Ori's (The new Pink Dolphin) : Bright red fruits here, very delicious palate that is initially generous but turns tart on the finish. Some roughness where the acidity and bubbles meet. Overall simple. Served blind, guessed Cava.
2008 vintage
Taster #0855 · Mar 14, 2012
90/100
Stawberry. Floral. Complex but a bit rough around the edges.
2008 vintage
Taster #9712 · Mar 6, 2012
91/100
Crisp refreshing strawberry flavors. A bit more vinous than regular Brut, a terrific house sparkling rose.
2008 vintage
Taster #5416 · Jan 16, 2012
82/100
Strawberry, spice and floral on the nose. The palate delivers a very bitter taste along with too much chalk. Short to medium finish and poorly made. This is not even close to as good as their regular Brut Vintage Sparkler. Avoid.
2008 vintage
Taster #6569 · Dec 17, 2011
86/100
Visits to Cristom, St. Innocent, Johan, Argyle, Dobbes, Chehalem : No formal notes... nicely fruited, with a tart and grippy finish.
2008 vintage
Taster #8030 · Aug 18, 2011
88/100
Dry but still very fruity. Layers of crisp red berries. Not overly carbonated. Fun. Would happily drink again.
2008 vintage