One of California’s most exciting and boundary-pushing sparkling wine projects, Ultramarine is the vision of Michael Cruse, a winemaker whose meticulous, almost scientific approach is reshaping expectations of American fizz. Working from a modest winery space in Petaluma, Cruse draws inspiration from the great grower Champagnes, applying the same hands-on, detail-driven philosophy to exceptional vineyard sites across the North Coast.
Sourced from the renowned Heintz Vineyard on the Sonoma Coast, this Pinot Noir Rosé benefits from a cool maritime climate that preserves freshness while allowing delicate aromatics to develop. As with all Ultramarine wines, the approach is meticulous and minimal, resulting in an exceptional sparkling rosé.
On the nose, it is lifted and expressive, offering notes of wild strawberry, cranberry and blood orange, layered with hints of rose petal and freshly baked pastry. The palate is vibrant and finely structured, with red berry fruit, citrus zest and a subtle savoury edge, all carried by a precise, persistent mousse. Bright acidity and a gentle saline note lead into a long, elegant finish.
Super rare, we only get an allocation of 30 bottle a year for the whole of the UK.