Posts Tagged ‘English Sparkling Wines’
Candover Brook Brut
Created by Mark Sainsbury (CEO of Sainsbury’s in 1980) Candover Brook is named after the chalk stream that runs through their valley. Chalk streams are almost uniquely English, and their chalk soil is the key defining element of their vineyard’s topography. “Lively in the palate with subtle and delicate lemon characters, relaxing with notes of…
Read MoreNutbourne Vineyards – Interview With Richard Gladwin
There is no denying that English Sparkling Wine is on the rise, becoming an undeniable contender to Traditional Method Sparkling around the world. To the English, it’s becoming a fan favourite and a go-to Glass of Bubbly, its quality is improving year on year and thanks to innovators and those willing to follow their dreams,…
Read MoreWoodchester Valley – Cotswold Classic
Established in 2007, Woodchester Valley is a family owned boutique vineyard and winery in the South Cotswolds producing white, rosé, red and award winning sparkling wines from 58 acres. “Light, fruity, fun and juicy in character, very juicy with green apple juices, red apple juices, pear juices, all wonderfully mixed together, with an added squeeze…
Read MoreYorkshire Heart Sparkling White
Offering vineyard tours, tastings, camping, glamping, and more, Yorkshire Heart has a lot to offer in terms of bubbly and experiences. Yorkshire Heart is a family run vineyard and brewery based at Nun Monkton in the heart of Yorkshire. The vineyard, near York, started as a hobby for chief winemaker Gillian in 2000 with 35…
Read MoreWarden Abbey English Sparkling Wine 2019
Warden Abbey is a community vineyard managed by Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity (Beds RCC) “A delicate fruity and floral display on the aroma, with white floral, white fruits, white pears, crisp green apples, minerals.” – Glass of Bubbly English Sparkling Wine Vintage: 2019 Blend: Müller Thurgau (43%) Reichensteiner (39%) Bacchus (18%) Disgorged: June 2022 Production:…
Read MoreWoodchurch Chardonnay Brut 2017
Woodchurch is a family business established by Graham and Donna Barbour in Kent during the year of 2009. They then planted 10,000 vines in 2010, with the vineyard being 20m above sea level, it has the perfect aspect for growing vines. Woodchurch then released their first vintage in 2015 and are now producing a range…
Read MoreSandridge Barton Classic Cuvée 2021
Sandridge Barton Estate is located on the east bank of the River Dart, just south of Stoke Gabriel, spreading across 450 acres, with a history stretching back over 40 years. “Wild floral notes, freshly cut grass, open air countryside garden aromas, touch of minerals on a delicate scale, with wet stone, and even some notes…
Read MoreKnightor Vintage Cuvée 2014
Located in Cornwall, England, Knightor Winery produced an exceptional range of English sparkling wines, showcasing to the world how the English can compete on the world stage. “Crispy and refreshing, ready salted crisps, vegetable crisps, including the parsnips and sweet potato variety, and a salty sea character from oysters on the aroma. The flavour easily…
Read MoreHigh Clandon Gloriana Cuvée 2018
Sibylla and Bruce Tindale founded High Clandon in 2004. Sibylla is a true enthusiast of great Champagnes and believes that the best of English sparkling wines can surpass those of France. They work with award winning winemaker and director of the Hattingley Valley Wine Estate, Emma Rice to produce their Quintessence English bubbly. What Is…
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