Upon retrieving a chilled bottle of director Sofia Coppola’s Blanc de Blanc from the refrigerator anticipation set in. Wrapped in blush pink cellophane, a gift awaited. Patiently, the plastic tie was pried apart, the crinkling bag removed and the cork popped with sweet arrest. Once one glass was poured, sniffed then met on the palate a new experience was born. The aroma of pear, apples and even pineapple were there and even though the sparkling wine is fermented in stainless steel containers a hint of buttery yams was there as well.
In the opening scene of Sofia Coppola’s Lost in Translation sets up the audience for the entire film. Pink sheer panties over the bottom of actress Scarlett Johansen simply suggest that this is a story fresh and cushiony. Indeed, the protagonist is surrounded with material wealth but is secretly in search of soul. The color usage of pink proposes a raw approach to love which seems to come to fruition in the end. It’s as if someone whispered in Sofia’s ear and said, ‘Never let go of your child-like nature, it’s too endearing on you’. Her film presents a feminine condition in new cinema that is unlike any other. After seeing this film there is a definite air of power though it beckons like a girl. There is a good reason why pink is associated with baby girls. The softness that she evokes in Lost in Translation establishes beyond a new frontier in storytelling but a plethora of ways to tell it.
Get lost in Blanc de Blanc this Valentine’s Day or any day. It is delicious and can be paired with anything including any occasion. Sofia Coppola’s Blanc de Blanc can be found with other Champagnes at local grocery markets such as Whole Foods and Safeway.
