This top-notch wine didn't just happen. It all comes down to experience, of course. And Schlumberger has plenty of that. Since 1842, they've been a leader in the production of Austrian sparkling wines. It was Robert Schlumberger, once employed by Champagne House Ruinart, who founded this winery in the center of Vienna. He sourced his grapes from both Burgenland (red varieties) and Niederosterreich (white varieties). For this Schlumberger Prestige Cuvée Reserve, the current winemaker has blended Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. This choice is no coincidence; these are also the two most commonly used grape varieties in the Champagne region.
What's particularly impressive is the aging process of this Austrian sparkling wine. This Schlumberger Cuvée 1842 Brut is aged in the bottle for a full four years before leaving Schlumberger's impressive cellar. It takes a while, but it's worth it. The aroma is incredibly rich. Think baked apple, vanilla, brioche, and apricots. A scent palette we secretly fall in love with. As soon as you put Schlumberger Cuvée 1842 Brut to your lips, you'll instantly be transported to seventh heaven. This sparkling wine is so generous and elegant. The soft mousse is appealing on the tongue and cheeks. The flavor develops on your taste buds: yellow fruit, freshly baked apple pie, lime, and a hint of minerality. This Schlumberger Prestige Cuvée Reserve is a true pleasure: from the first sip to the very last drop.
