The pinnacle of Unsworth's sparkling wine collection, Cuvée de l'île is crafted in the traditional method. 2020 Unsworth Vineyard Cuvée de l'île Blanc de Blancs is 100% Cowichan Valley Chardonnay. The grapes are hand harvested, whole cluster pressed, with only the finest free run juice being utilized. Fermented and aged in neutral French barrels; after which base wine is lees aged in and for a further 40+ months in bottle before hand riddling and disgorgement. Following a minimal dosage, the wine was aged for a further year before release. Presenting as a more complex and savory style compared to Charme de l'île as it takes several years from grape to shelf. The wine shows toasty notes of nuts, windfall apple and notes of dried lemon. Cuvée de l’île is a wine of passion and made in very small quantities. It is bone-dry, poised and reminiscent of the finest sparkling blanc de blancs showcasing Unsworth’s meticulous attention to detail.

SHIPPING NOTES:

• We ship in cases of 6 or 12 bottles; please mix and match your wine selections with that in mind.
• Wine Club members enjoy FREE shipping for 12+ bottles to Vancouver Island and Vancouver Lower mainland, and discounted rates in other areas.