Veuve Du Vernay Na

Veuve Du Vernay Na is a sparkling wine listed under the Esplanda brand and labeled with a Massachusetts appellation in the United States. The listing doesn't give a grape blend, production method, dosage level, vintage or alcohol content, so the notes below describe what sparkling wines of this type usually offer. They are not a measured profile of this bottle. Check the label for the sweetness designation and any other specifics. Expect fine to medium-sized bubbles and a crisp, fruit-driven profile. Sparkling wines made in cooler New England conditions tend to show bright orchard and citrus fruit such as green apple, pear and lemon. Acidity is typically the backbone, and tannin and oak are usually minimal or absent in this style. A dry or off-dry finish is the most common, but the label's sweetness term (Brut, Extra Dry, Demi-Sec) will tell you which one this is. Serve it well chilled, around 40 to 45°F (4 to 7°C), which keeps the bubbles lively and the acidity fresh. Sparkling wine doesn't need decanting, and pouring it into a decanter would only let the carbonation fade. A tulip-shaped glass or a white wine glass works better than a wide coupe, because it holds the aromas and keeps the mousse going longer. Open the bottle slowly and ease the cork out so it doesn't foam over. At the table, the acidity and bubbles suit salty, fried and rich foods: oysters, fried chicken, potato chips, soft cheeses, smoked salmon, and buttery shellfish like lobster or scallops. Sparkling wines of this kind are generally made to be enjoyed young rather than cellared, so plan on opening it within a year or so of purchase, stored cool and out of light, unless the label says otherwise.