Much like Manischewitz at Rosh Hashanah, Mumm gets a bad rap as a big event (read: needs to be cheap) sparkling wine. With this in mind, I'd been speeding right past the actual winery for years. Finally got out of the car and into their gorgeous tasting room!
I was amply rewarded with a variety of high quality sparkling wines. Everything from single white varietals to complex roses to powerful reds and red blends that pack a bubbly punch. All this while consuming a mid-winter sunset over the vineyards. Salut!