2020 Red Tail Ridge Wine Extra Brut Sparkling, Finger Lakes, New York

Red Tail Ridge Extra Brut Sparkling is a premium New York State sparkling wine from the Finger Lakes, offering bone-dry elegance and exceptional quality. This Extra Brut showcases the cool-climate terroir of the Finger Lakes region, delivering crisp acidity, fine bubbles, and sophisticated character for sparkling wine enthusiasts who prefer very dry styles.

Produced by Red Tail Ridge Winery in the Finger Lakes, New York, this Extra Brut represents world-class American sparkling wine from one of the country's premier cool-climate regions. The Finger Lakes' unique microclimate - deep glacial lakes, steep slopes, and cool temperatures - creates ideal conditions for producing elegant, complex sparkling wines.

Perfect for: Dry sparkling wine lovers, Finger Lakes wine enthusiasts, Extra Brut seekers, New York wine supporters, sophisticated celebrations, wine collectors

Origin: Finger Lakes, New York, USA
Producer: Red Tail Ridge Winery
Vintage: 2020
Style: Extra Brut (very dry sparkling wine - less than 6g/L residual sugar)
Production Method: Traditional méthode champenoise
Region: Cool-climate Finger Lakes terroir
ABV: 12%

Tasting Notes: Crisp, mineral-driven aromas of green apple, citrus, chalk, and subtle yeast. Bone-dry palate with flavors of lemon, pear, minerality, and brioche. Fine, persistent bubbles, razor-sharp acidity, and a long, elegant, very dry finish.

Food Pairing: Pairs exceptionally with oysters, sushi, sashimi, caviar, smoked fish, aged cheeses, and delicate seafood. The Extra Brut style (very dry) makes it perfect for savory foods and sophisticated pairings.

Serving Suggestions: Serve well-chilled (40-45°F / 4-7°C) in a flute or tulip glass. Perfect for aperitifs, elegant dinners, special celebrations, or pairing with refined cuisine.

Why Red Tail Ridge Extra Brut:
- Extra Brut style - bone-dry for sophisticated palates
- Finger Lakes terroir - premier American cool-climate region
- Traditional méthode champenoise quality
- Mineral-driven, elegant character
- Perfect for dry sparkling wine enthusiasts
- New York State winemaking excellence
- Exceptional food pairing wine

About Extra Brut: Extra Brut is the driest style of sparkling wine, with less than 6 grams per liter of residual sugar (compared to Brut at 0-12 g/L). This bone-dry style showcases pure terroir, minerality, and acidity without sweetness, appealing to sophisticated sparkling wine lovers.

About Finger Lakes: The Finger Lakes region of New York is renowned for cool-climate wines, particularly Riesling and sparkling wines. The deep glacial lakes moderate temperatures, creating ideal conditions for producing elegant, high-acid wines with exceptional aging potential.

About Red Tail Ridge: Red Tail Ridge Winery is committed to sustainable farming and producing world-class Finger Lakes wines. Their sparkling wines showcase the region's potential for rivaling European quality while expressing unique American terroir.

Who This Wine Is For: Extra Brut enthusiasts, dry sparkling wine lovers, Finger Lakes supporters, New York wine collectors, sophisticated celebrants, and anyone seeking bone-dry, mineral-driven sparkling wine excellence.

Available at The Wine Concierge with free shipping on 6 bottles or more. Experience Finger Lakes sparkling wine excellence with Red Tail Ridge Extra Brut from New York.

Bright dry hay hues. Aromas of honeysuckle, granny smith/macintosh, freshly grated ginger, and smashed lemongrass, with a hint of soft salt water taffy. Flavors of key lime and Kumquat, crushed oyster shells with saline. Savory notes of nori and mild mushrooms like lion’s mane and trumpet. Crisp and refreshing on the palate. Persistent tiny bubbles that are lively and mouth-filling, an unapologetic acid spine that extends the finish. Experience the excellence of Red Tail Ridge wine.

Nancy Irelan & Michael Schnelle are the owners-operators of Red Tail Ridge, a Finger Lakes winery. They are partners in life and in business. Nancy brings a wealth of wine-making expertise, while Michael brings vital financial and practical knowledge necessary to bring the Red Tail Ridge vision to life. Together, they have a passion for precision and are the driving force behind Red Tail Ridge.

The mission of Red Tail Ridge is to craft beautiful, terroir-driven & varietally appropriate wines in a precise and responsible manner. Responsibility to us means taking care of the environment, benefiting the people here in the Finger Lakes, and operating the business using a long-term vision. Consistent focus on supporting the local economy whenever possible, ensuring sustainable practices across our New York winery organization, and thoughtful development of the winery and tasting spaces. Precision is present in everything from vine placement and our viticulture program to picking choices & decisions throughout the wine-making process. Our vision is displayed daily through the practices here at Red Tail Ridge.