Patterson Cellars “Forbidden Bubbles” · Washington, USA

The Moment

Someone says, “Let’s just open something fun.”

And then suddenly the table changes.

A cork pops, the first glass goes up, and the room fills with apricot, citrus, and that little electric lift that only sparkling wine can bring. Before the appetizers even hit the table, everyone’s already smiling a little more.

That’s Forbidden Bubbles.

Bright, dry, and just playful enough to make any ordinary evening feel like it accidentally turned into a celebration.

What It Feels Like

This is the bottle for when you want bubbles that feel easy, bright, and genuinely joyful — not too serious, not too sweet, and definitely not forgettable.

Patterson Cellars’ own tasting notes lean into a profile that feels both charming and polished: apricot, grapefruit, white rose petals, pear, peach, blood orange, lightly toasted almond, and a finish that stays refreshingly dry with lingering citrus rind and even a hint of mint.

It’s the kind of sparkling wine that works at the start of the night… and somehow still feels right an hour later when nobody wants to switch bottles yet.

In the Glass

Aromatics
Apricot, grapefruit, white rose petals, and fresh orchard fruit.

Palate
Pear, peach, blood orange, and a subtle note of toasted almond.

Texture
Light to medium-bodied with lively bubbles and a clean, energetic feel.

Finish
Surprisingly dry and refreshing, with citrus rind, lingering fruit, and a hint of mint.

Why We Love This Bottle

Aperitif Energy
This is exactly the kind of sparkling wine that gets the night moving.

Dry, Not Overly Serious
It’s fresh and polished, but still approachable and easy to love.

Built for Sharing
Cheese board? Oysters? Just a random Tuesday? It works.

This is the bottle you open when you want the room to feel lighter, brighter, and a little more alive.

Pair It With

• Oysters on the half shell
• Goat cheese tartlets
• Fresh spring rolls
• Light cheeses + charcuterie
• Fresh baguette and salty snacks

Patterson specifically recommends oysters, goat cheese tartlets, and fresh spring rolls, and also notes it’s great with light cheese, charcuterie, and fresh baguette.

Technical Notes

Producer: Patterson Cellars
Wine: Forbidden Bubbles
Region: Washington, USA

Style: Sparkling Wine

Body: Light–Medium
Acidity: Bright / refreshing

Flavor Profile
Apricot · Grapefruit · Pear · Peach · Blood Orange · Toasted Almond · Citrus Rind

Serving Temperature
Well chilled (around 42–48°F)
Patterson specifically recommends serving it well chilled.

Drink Window
Now–2027