Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Sparkling White
Producer:
 
Arras
Label Name:
 
Ej Carr Late Disgorged
Vintage:
 
2007
Country:
 
Australia
Region:
 
Tasmania (Derwent Valley & East Coast parcels)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12.5%
Grape(s):
 
Chardonnay (67%), Pinot Noir (33%)
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
5
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
6-8
Awards/Ratings
Highly acclaimed across critics: reviewed by Wine Enthusiast (tasting note). Similar EJ Carr releases have scored in mid–high 90s from Halliday, James Suckling and Decanter; House of Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged vintages have won IWSC/Global Fine Wine/Decanter accolades
Tasting Note
Layered aromas of hazelnut, truffle, glazed quince and toasted brioche; palate shows nougat, honeycomb, desiccated lemon, grilled pineapple and subtle spice, with creamy texture, fine persistent mousse and a long saline finish.
Food Pairing
Western: oysters, lobster, scallops, creamy mushroom risotto, roast chicken, aged parmesan. Asian: sushi/sashimi, tempura, Peking duck, truffle dim sum, Cantonese roast pork. Complements both shellfish and umami-rich dishes.
Production Method
Methode Traditionnelle (traditional method); extended lees ageing in tirage (~14 years), disgorged March 2021, low dosage (~2.6 g/L); base wines see limited oak and undergo malolactic for texture.
Vineyard Info
House of Arras, founded by Ed (E.J.) Carr in 1995, is Tasmania’s flagship sparkling producer; EJ Carr Late Disgorged is its prestige late-disgorged release using top island parcels.