{"product_id":"corner-stone-sparkling-brut-nv","title":"Corner Stone Sparkling Brut NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Background and History\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCornerStone traces its roots to Hock Tong Bee, a wine and spirits specialist established in Singapore in 1938. Over the decades, the business developed into an established Asian wine merchant and distributor with an international portfolio spanning wines and spirits. Its philosophy focuses on finding wines that deliver balance, accessibility and compatibility with Asian cuisine. The sparkling range reflects this approach, offering an approachable French sparkling style designed for versatile drinking occasions. The Brut is produced in France and forms part of the company’s own CornerStone-labelled portfolio, combining European wine production with the company’s long-established Asian wine distribution heritage. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProducer and Wine Maker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is bottled under the CornerStone brand and produced in France. Available producer documentation identifies Les Caves de la Loire in Montreuil-Bellay, France, in connection with its production. Les Caves de la Loire is located in the Loire Valley and works with wines from this important French wine-producing area. CornerStone’s role is focused on selection, branding and distribution, with the finished wine positioned as an accessible French sparkling Brut. A specific individual winemaker is not publicly identified in the available official technical information, so no individual winemaker attribution can be reliably provided. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyards and Micro Climate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetailed vineyard sites and individual parcels are not publicly disclosed for this cuvée. The wine carries a broad French origin rather than a specific protected regional appellation, allowing fruit to be sourced according to the producer’s desired style. Consequently, it should not be attributed to a particular vineyard, soil type or narrowly defined microclimate without producer confirmation. The emphasis is instead on selecting suitable French grapes to create consistent freshness, fruit expression and sparkling-wine character. The producer describes the fruit selection as focusing on noble grape varieties chosen to provide delicate fruitiness, brilliance and an approachable profile rather than expressing a single vineyard terroir. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging Methods\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe producer does not publish detailed technical information concerning fermentation temperatures, secondary fermentation method, lees-aging duration, dosage, blending proportions or maturation vessels. It is produced as a Brut sparkling wine, indicating a dry finished style. Production is directed toward preserving freshness and delicate fruit character while creating lively effervescence and an immediately approachable profile. As no detailed technical sheet specifying whether secondary fermentation occurs in bottle or tank is publicly available, a particular sparkling-wine production method should not be stated as fact. The finished expression prioritizes brightness, clean fruit and refreshing acidity rather than extended maturation or pronounced autolytic complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh, bright and approachable, showing delicate fruit aromas alongside a clean and lively sparkling character. The nose offers impressions of crisp orchard fruit, citrus and subtle floral nuances, leading into a refreshing palate with energetic bubbles and balanced acidity. Notes of green apple, pear and lemon provide freshness, while gentle fruit sweetness gives the mid-palate an accessible, rounded quality. The Brut style keeps the overall impression relatively dry and refreshing. The finish is clean, light and pleasantly crisp, making this an uncomplicated sparkling wine designed for immediate enjoyment, aperitif service and casual dining. The producer particularly emphasizes delicate fruitiness and brilliant character. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood \u0026amp; Wine Pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fresh acidity and sparkling character make it particularly versatile with appetizers, seafood and lighter dishes. Pair with oysters, prawns, steamed fish, sushi, sashimi, tempura, dim sum or lightly seasoned poultry. Its freshness can also provide an effective contrast to fried foods, while the relatively delicate fruit profile avoids overwhelming subtle seafood dishes. Asian cuisine is particularly suitable, including Cantonese seafood, crispy spring rolls, steamed dumplings and mildly spiced dishes. It can equally be served alongside soft cheeses, charcuterie and simple canapés. Its accessible Brut style also makes it well suited as an aperitif before a meal. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anrise","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50335220334806,"sku":null,"price":148.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/5465\/4934\/files\/893D3EF4-35C4-4EF0-ACDE-7D198BC59A7B.png?v=1787987197","url":"https:\/\/www.pinotera.com\/products\/corner-stone-sparkling-brut-nv","provider":"Pinotera Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}