Day & Night 2007, Tasmania

Own brand sparkling wine, where does one start? It was under $20 but it was made in Tasmania so I figured that if I was going to take a chance, Tassie bubbles are a pretty safe bet.

Made by a company based in Lutana just outside Hobart with fruit sourced from all over Tasmania, Day & Night is made for the 9/11 bottle shop chain. At four years old this blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay hopefully would show some developmental characteristics but beyond that I was intrigued but not overly expectant.

Lemons, baked apple and brioche on the nose was a good start and the palate followed through to be clean and fresh with ripe acidity, baked bread, apples, lemons and hints of toast with a slightly honeyed finish.

Day & Night 2007 is not going to set the world on fire but if funds are limited and you are in need of some tasty bubbles this really isn't a bad option to go for. It is pleasant to drink, crisp and nicely put together. Who says Tasmania can't do value for money?