West & Wilder, Sparkling White, California, USA NV

A combination of jasmin blossom and chamomile with pinch of fresh tarragon and green apple make for the enticing aromas here. The mousse is lively yet not pretentious, while a balanced blend of summer peach and white pepper rushes through the palate. This is an excellent companion to salmon rillettes with toasted buttery sourdough points. Matthew Allan and Kenny Rochford met while working at Medlock Ames Winery; they immediately connected and started a friendship that led them the launch their own brand. Some of Kenny's wine background includes working with two power houses in the California wine world, Kosta Browne and CIRQ. They focus on Oregon, Washington and California for sources to deliver an array of sparkling and still wine gems.