You want bubbles tonight but not a fussy occasion to go with them. This is the bottle. The Guv'nor Extra Dry Sparkling White pours pale gold with a steady stream of fine bubbles, and the first sip is bright green apple and pear with a citrus snap. It's extra dry, which here means just a whisper off-dry, soft enough to please everyone in the room without going sweet. Pop it before dinner, pop it for no reason. We'll get it to you cold and fast.
Nose first: crisp green apple, ripe pear and a squeeze of citrus, with a faint hum of toasted vanilla and brioche from a bit of oak-aged Chardonnay hiding in the blend. On the palate it's light and lively, those fine bubbles carrying stone fruit and lemon across your tongue before it lands on a soft, creamy finish. The acidity keeps it fresh, the touch of sugar rounds off any sharp edges. Easygoing, but it's actually got something to say.
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Where it's from
It comes from Félix Solís Avantis, one of Spain's biggest family wineries down in Castilla-La Mancha, the sun-baked heartland that grows more vineyard than anywhere else on earth. The Guv'nor started life as a bold, no-rules red built to break the stuffy wine rules, and this sparkling carries the same swagger. It's a blend of Viura and Chardonnay, with part of the Chardonnay aged in American and French oak before the bubbles go in. The fizz is made the tank way (Charmat), then rested on its lees for three months to build that creamy texture. Spanish through and through, just without the seriousness.
Good to know
- What is the price of The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White?
The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White is KSh 1,989 at Oaks & Corks. Order online for fast delivery across Nairobi, usually within the hour, or next day countrywide.
- What does The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White taste like?
Crisp green apple, ripe pear and citrus, with fine bubbles and a soft, creamy finish. A faint note of vanilla and brioche from oak-aged Chardonnay sits underneath. Extra dry, so just barely off-dry, never sweet.
- What is the ABV of The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White?
It's 12% ABV, in a 750 ml bottle.
- How do I serve it?
Serve it well chilled at 8 to 10 C. A tulip or white wine glass beats a flute because it lets the apple and pear aromas out. Lovely as an aperitif or as the base for a spritz.
- What pairs with The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White?
Seafood, salmon, roast or fried chicken, creamy pasta and milder cheeses all work. It's a great everyday fizz that doesn't demand a fancy plate.
- Where is it from and who makes it?
Spain, made by Félix Solís Avantis in the Castilla-La Mancha region. It's the sparkling member of The Guv'nor family, a blend of Viura and Chardonnay.
- Is it sweet or dry?
It's extra dry, which on a sparkling wine sits just slightly off-dry. There's a small touch of sweetness to round it out, but it reads as fresh and crisp rather than sweet.
The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White
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The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White price in Kenya
Buy The Guvnor Extra Dry Sparkling White online in Nairobi, Kenya for KSh 1,989. Order now for fast delivery across Nairobi — usually within 30 minutes — or next-day delivery countrywide.