Carboniste is redefining New World sparkling wine with a modern, energetic approach to méthode traditionnelle. Founded by winemakers Dan and Jacqueline Person, the label focuses on freshness, innovation, and transparency—crafting sparkling wines that highlight varietal character over autolytic weight. 'Octopus' is their vibrant, bottle-fermented Albariño, a coastal-inspired wine that captures the salty-sunny brightness of California's coastlines in every bubble.
- WINEMAKER: Jacqueline & Dan Person
- FARMING: Sustainable with Organic practices
- VARIETY: Albariño
VINEYARD: The Albariño grapes are sourced from the Gomes Vineyard, located on Andrus Island in the Sacramento Delta. The Gomes family, with Portuguese heritage, has been farming this land since the 1800s. The vineyard features deep, rich soils nourished by the Sacramento River and is dry-farmed without cultivation. It is currently transitioning to organic certification.
VINIFICATION: After whole-cluster pressing, the juice is settled for two days to ensure clarity and purity. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel tanks with native yeasts at controlled temperatures between 60-65°F for approximately three weeks. The wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle for two months, followed by disgorgement and a light dosage before being sealed with a crown cap.
DOSAGE: Extra Brut, indicating a very low sugar addition, resulting in a crisp and bone-dry profile
TASTING NOTES: This sparkling Albariño is light, fresh, and fun, bursting with notes of green apple, stone fruit, kumquat, and spicy floral tones.
FOOD PAIRINGS: Its crisp acidity and effervescence make it an excellent match for seafood dishes such as oysters, ceviche, grilled octopus, and fish tacos. It also pairs well with light salads and picnic fare.
ALCOHOL CONTENT: 12% ABV.