Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine | Lot #127

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Written By Catherine Courtney

Trader Joe’s Platinum Reserve Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine | Lot #127

GRAPES: Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc

VINTAGE: Non-Vintage

REGION: Napa Valley, California

ALCOHOL PERCENTAGE: 11.9%

PRICE: $14.99

Happy New Year!

I saw a meme on Instagram that said, “ December is the one month where you can go drinking every day, and no one calls you an alcoholic. That’s the real Magic of Christmas.” Instantly, I cackled. I’m not sure about you all, but every single one of my friends wanted to get together for dinner and drinks. Yes, we were celebrating the spirit of the holidays, but also surviving 2025- what a year. After the holidays and a two-week hiatus from work, I was confused, full of cheese and wine, and unsure what day of the week it was. But, there’s no other way I’d rather be.

A new year has a funny way of making us all feel like we need a reset. Whether that means tackling Dry January or simply pretending that holiday cheese board and cocktails never happened. Some people are detoxing, and some are “retoxing,” and most of us are trying to find a sensible middle ground. And what better way to ease into the calendar’s fresh start than by discovering a new bottle of bubbles, one that is delicious and maybe even virtuous enough to justify breaking whatever cleanse you promised yourself on January 1st.

So without further ado, let’s jump into the tasting details, shall we?

Tasting Notes:

  • Mild effervescence

  • Notes of citrus/ grapefruit and tart Granny Smith apple

  • Slight hints of brioche

Verdict:

Bubbles often get reserved for big moments, holidays, weddings, or anything that feels worthy of a dramatic cork pop. While many people think that Sparkling Wine/Champagne is only for special occasions, its bright, joyful character makes it just as fitting for celebrating life’s everyday wins, reminding us that the small moments are often the ones most worth toasting. For $14.99, I found this bottle to punch way above its price point. It’s a lovely option, and I would have it again and again. If you grab a bottle, drop your thoughts in the comment box below!

Until Next Time!

Disclaimer: All wines mentioned in this post were purchased independently. I am not an agent or representative of Trader Joe’s and cannot assist individuals in sourcing or obtaining wines featured in my posts. All opinions shared are my own and based on personal experience.

Catherine Courtney

Welcome to Blonde Voyage Nashville!

I am so excited to finally see this dream become a reality.  Between the destination restaurants, the copious amount of food photos and insanely crazy travel stories, I have decided to share my journey. 

My name is Catherine Courtney and I am a Nashville native with a penchant for culinary creativity and epic travel adventures. I'll admit... I also have a slight obsession with handbags.

Two years ago, my life changed completely.  Everything that I knew to be was completely turned upside down.  I quickly realized that time is our greatest commodity and it's not to be taken for granted. I couldn't wait for the perfect time, who knew when that would be.  I needed to take the leap and explore the world on my own.  There were so many places I wanted to go, but where would I start. 

France was always one of those places that I had romanticized.  Wandering the streets of Paris and seeing the Eiffel tower were at the top of my list. Without hesitation, I booked a two week trip to the French Rivera and Paris.  It was a journey of a lifetime.  Not only were amazing friendships cultivated, but it was on that trip that i discovered that food and travel are the embers that that keep my soul on fire. 

It wasn't until I arrived back in Nashville with my passport that I realized I had been bit. Wanderlust had completely taken over.  I already started thinking about where I wanted to go next.  It was then that I decided that it was more important to have camera full of photos and a tattered journal full of stories than anything else. My heart was overflowing.

One of my favorite quotes that resonates is from Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland:

"Actually, the best gift you could have given her was a lifetime of adventures...."

Join me as I explore near and far away places, filling my passport full of stamps and satiating my appetite with some of the most amazing cuisine the world has to offer. 

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