Kim Crawford Lemon Wine Spritz

Lemon Wine Spritz is a wine-based spritz from Kim Crawford, listed under the United States and Massachusetts. The details provided don't name a grape or give an ABV, so what follows describes the style in general terms. Expect a light, chilled, lemon-led drink with a wine base. Spritzes in this category usually have gentle fizz, a bright citrus nose of lemon peel and juice, and a low-tannin, low-oak profile. The body tends to be light, the acidity crisp, and the finish short, clean and slightly tart rather than lingering. Serve it well chilled, around 38 to 45°F (3 to 7°C), so the carbonation stays lively and the lemon reads as fresh instead of sweet. Decanting isn't needed and would only flatten the bubbles. A stemmed white wine glass or a stemless tumbler filled with ice works well. A wide-bowled glass lets the citrus aromas come forward, and a thin lemon wheel is the only garnish this style needs. Styles like this suit foods that pair with citrus and acidity. Good matches include raw oysters, shrimp or ceviche, a goat cheese salad, lightly fried calamari, grilled white fish with herbs, and salty snacks such as olives or marcona almonds. The acidity also cuts through fried food, and spicy dishes with moderate heat, like Thai salads or fish tacos, are a good fit. This is a drink-now bottle. Spritzes of this kind are made for freshness, and the lemon character and fizz are at their best soon after purchase. Cellaring won't improve it. Keep it cold until serving, and finish it within a day or two once opened if the bottle is resealable.