dvx is mumm napa's top of the line vintage bottling. this '02 is a 50-50 blend of pinot noir and chardonnay, making it a brut. it's very high in acidity, and the bubbles are tiny and refined, giving it the ultra-smooth mouthfeel you want in a superior sparkling wine. the raspberry, lime and pear flavors are rich, but subtle, reined in by yeastiness and a tangy minerality. drink this luxurious bubbly now and over the next 10 years.
DVX