There are nearly 400 commercial vineyards in England and Wales covering approximately 2000 acres of land in total. Nearly all are in the southern half of England and Wales. Most English and Welsh vineyards are small (less than 5 acres), many very small (less than 1 acre). Only a small number exceed 25 acres and just a handful 50 acres.
Tasting notes: This is the third sucessful vintage from this boutique Hampshire vineyard. The wine is made from the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes grown on the south facing slopes of the North Downs, near Bentley in Hampshire. Made in the methode traditional, it is matured for in excess of two years in the bottle.
Tasting notes: Hand picked wild & cultivated blueberries for colour & flavour balance, steeped on vodka with a little sugar. A refreshing take on a new English fruit favourite and a perfect base to a sparkling aperitif - Kir Royale with a twist!
Tasting notes: Critics and consumers alike have much enjoyed this vintage which works well both as an aperitif and one to be enjoyed with food. It won critical acclaim at the International Wine & Spirit Competition when first shown in 2008 and narrowly missed winning the trophy for the best sparkling wine in the world.
A beautiful pale gold, the wine has a persistent fine mousse with expressive aromas on the nose suggesting citrus, honey and spice. The palate is full bodied with mature honey and toast, with some lime undertones.
Tasting notes: A lovely bright straw yellow colour with hints of green and a fine bead with delicate mousse.
The nose displays powerful flavours of lemon and baked apple, jasmine, butter and vanilla with hints of caramel and marzipan.
There is a clean fresh green apple entry on the palate quickly followed by classic Chardonnay characters of baked lemon and minerals. The mousse is soft and gives a lovely delicacy to the wine. The long finish is buttery and toasty - a sophisticated and elegant wine.
AWARDS
Gold Medal IWC 2010
Silver Medal and Best in Class IWSC 2010
Gold Medal UKVA 2008
Silver Medal IWSC 2008
Silver Medal IWC 2008
Silver Medal Decanter WW Awards 2008
