Dr. Konstantin Frank Chateau Frank Célèbre NV 750ml

With its juicy, concentrated peach, nectarine and apple flavors, the Célèbre is Dr. Frank’s more approachable, easy-going sparkling. It’s fruity, forward and delicately sweet yet maintains steadfast acidity and a soft, foamy mouthfeel.

Definitely an easy-drinking crowd-pleaser that veers toward the sweet-tooth side (30 grams per liter residual sugar). Made from 100% Riesling. Aromas and flavors of grapefruit and honey, with a touch of spice, and soft and creamy on the palate.

When asked what my favorite wine is, I am often torn between Riesling and sparkling wine. This wine is truly the best of both worlds: a sparkling wine made in the Champagne style (Méthode Champenoise) using 100% Riesling grapes. Since I am also an avid locavore, the fact that this wine comes from the Finger Lakes makes it even more perfect! The Chateau Frank Célèbre exhibits ripe, honeyed peach and apple aromas that follow through to the palate with mouthwatering acidity. There is a touch of sweetness from the ripe fruit notes and 3% residual sugar, and the balancing acidity leads to a fresh and clean finish. Celebrating the outstanding sparkling wines coming from Chateau Frank in the Keuka Lake area of the Finger Lakes is reason enough to pop the cork on this wine. It also pairs well with a variety of foods, such as homemade lemon ricotta ravioli with pine nuts and parmesan cheese or with Indian take-out.