26th May 2011 was chardonnay day across the globe and although the thought did fleetingly cross my mind that I should taste something without bubbles, I did not waver from the effervescent path.
This beautifully opulent bottle comes from one of Australia's first families of wine, De Bortoli who are located in the Yarra Valley and make a range of sparkling wines alongside some impressive still and fortified options.
Soft and fruity is the best way to describe this wine which has spent 14 months on its lees after its initial fermentation taking place in both barrel and tank. Apples, lemons combine with floral and citrus notes on the nose which is carried on to the palate where it is eagerly welcomed by some peachy stone fruit flavours and a little yeasty fresh bread.
Created for consumption on purchase (maybe get home first, I don't think they mean the car park!) this wine performs a neat trick in being easily accessible without being tedious. A smooth and creamy mouthfeel with fresh ripe fruits and hints of the 14 months spent on lees, Rococo is a pleasant and enjoyable glass of bubbly. For mid-week luxury, this was a real hit.
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