Chain of Ponds 'Novello' Brut Cuvee NV
Primary flavours
Lemon
Rock Melon
White Grapefruit
Chalk
Creamy
River Rocks
Details
This NV Cuvee is clean and refreshing with refreshing citrus flavours and a hint of rockmelon on the nose. The bubbles are soft and delicate on the palate, lending chalky flavours and a lean clean minerally finish. Crisp and delicious!
Origin: Australian Sparkling comes from… Australia. Don’t say we never teach you anything. Mainly Grown In: Often found in Victoria, New South Wales, the ACT, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania... sometimes even Queensland. But never NT. Sorry. Key Facts: Australia has been making sparkling wine since the late 1800s, and some of the first bottles to be produced were actually sparkling red, a style that has stuck with us until today! In the mid 50s the production of the sparkling wines we know today really took off, and the market for it increased – in other words, people got to drinking! The style has been refined over the decades, and now Australia makes world-class sparkling wines, traditionally based on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The style is dry, with flavours of baked bread and green apple, with really lovely, juicy acidity. Great stuff. Fun Fact: A bubbly appetizer? That's right! Sparkling wine is a super fun aperitif/aperitivo (French/Italian) which means the perfect thing to sip and stimulate your appetite before you dig into a delicious meal.
Origin: Australian Sparkling comes from… Australia. Don’t say we never teach you anything. Mainly Grown In: Often found in Victoria, New South Wales, the ACT, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania... sometimes even Queensland. But never NT. Sorry. Key Facts: Australia has been making sparkling wine since the late 1800s, and some of the first bottles to be produced were actually sparkling red, a style that has stuck with us until today! In the mid 50s the production of the sparkling wines we know today really took off, and the market for it increased – in other words, people got to drinking! The style has been refined over the decades, and now Australia makes world-class sparkling wines, traditionally based on Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The style is dry, with flavours of baked bread and green apple, with really lovely, juicy acidity. Great stuff. Fun Fact: A bubbly appetizer? That's right! Sparkling wine is a super fun aperitif/aperitivo (French/Italian) which means the perfect thing to sip and stimulate your appetite before you dig into a delicious meal.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low
(under 12%)medium
(12-14%)high
(14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards light bodied, low sweetness, with high acidity, some fruitiness, low tannins, medium alcohol and no oak.
Specs
Region
Adelaide Hills
country
Australia
Grape type
Sparkling (Australian)
Wine Maker
Chain of Ponds
Alcohol
12%
Vintage
NV
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Conventionally Made
State
SA
Pairing guide
We've gotta say, sparkling wine like this minerally and citrus driven Cuvee from Chain of Ponds is one of the kinds we like most. It's naturally low alcohol means it's an easy wine to start the night right even while cooking up a storm and setting the table - don't mind if we do! It pairs best when matched with light and delicate flavours, as you get with sushi and light seafood. But don't be shy to batter things up and pair it to fried foods. This easy-win-wine loves to team up with hot chips, or fried chicken!
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Food
Sushi
Sashimi
Oysters
Raw Fish
Fried Fish
Tastes
Crisp
Light
Moods
Excited
Celebratory
Seasons
Summer
Recipe Matches
Wine region
Adelaide Hills, Australia
The Adelaide Hills wine region, located in South Australia's Mount Lofty Ranges
of South Australia is characterised by its high altitude, cool climate, and diverse soils, which all contribute to the unique terroir that produces elegant, complex, and expressive wines. The region's altitude ranges from 400 to 700 meters above sea level, creating a cooler climate than other wine regions in South Australia. The cool temperatures slow down the ripening process of the grapes, resulting in wines with high acidity, delicate aromatics, and elegant flavours. Top sub-regions are Lenswood, Piccadilly Valley, and Basket Range, each with unique microclimates and diverse soil types that produce singular wine styles, the highlights are Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and a whole lot more!
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