Robert Parker, Jr. - The Wine Advocate:  Rated as An outstanding wine of exceptional complexity and character.  "The 2006 Brut is a blend of 58% Chardonnay and 42% Pinot Noir. Medium straw-colored, it has a classy nose of mineral, biscuit, apple, and baking spices. Crisp, bright, and creamy-textured, this superb sparkling wine begs the question, why buy Champagne?" Oct 2009

Winery:   "An Indian Summer followed by late harvest lent exciting structure to the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir used to make this 2006 Argyle Brut. The color is that of pale yellow diamond, pre-harvest wheat field or plumeria alba. The aromas are honeysuckle, Mutsu apple skins, casaba and soft vanilla, followed by hints of allspice and red currant thanks to the Pinot Noir component. This 2006 Brut is highly effervescent in the mouth and brings a classic, stony minerality complimented by lemon zest, currant and a late, savory yeast that coats the palate for a long, pleasing finish."

Wired For Wine:  It seems you winelovers are craving springtime bubbles, as evidenced by yesterday's response to the Gruet...   This Argyle Willamette Valley Brut is just as effective at getting you giddy about spring, so get out your flutes!  Chill it well, and then fill your glasses to enjoy with grilled oysters and corn salsita.  Did we hear someone say Brut brunch? The lovely crispness and lemon zest in this Argyle are perfect for a plate of eggs benedict with smoked ham under a velvety hollandaise.  Isn't Mother's Day coming up in May?...  If you're feeding a crowd, this Oregon Brut is terrific as an accompaniment for an indoor clambake of lobster, steamers, chorizo and mussels.  Oh my delicious!  If swanky is on the menu, we say put on your sexy heels and and that suit that he looks so good in and dive into some Ossetra caviar with all the trimmings: blinis, chopped shallots and egg, and sour cream.  This Wilammette Valley sparkler's creamy texture is killer with the briny salt of the caviar.  Not to worry; the fun isn't over because this Oregon bubbly is fantastic with many desserts and cheeses.  Our choice for going down the sweet road is apple-cherry tartlets. The savory creaminess of the wine will be delightful next to the tart cherries.  Our cheese suggestion is an aged chevre of your choosing.  We think that it will mimic the beautiful minerality of the Argyle.  All we need now is to hear the POP, and this springtime party will have officially begun!

Size:  750ml, cork
Varietal:  58% Oregon Chardonnay, 42% Oregon Pinot Noir
Alcohol:  13.5%
Region:  Willamette Valley, Oregon