English Sparkling

Hambledon Vineyards was set up in 1952 and released their first wines in 1961.It is the oldest commercial set up in the UK and produces seriously good traditional method sparkling wines rivalling the very best of Champagne. The head winemaker is Hervé Jestin, formerly of Duval Leroy where he worked for over 20 years producing over 200 million bottles along the way! He decided to swap Champagne for…

Hambledon is the UK's oldest commercial vineyard, and its head winemaker, Hervé Jestin, was cellarmaster at the Duval Leroy Champagne house for over 20 years. The Classic Cuvée Rosé, a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, has fresh notes of strawberries and toast and fine bubbles. Interestingly, it was served at one of The Queen's state dinners at Buckingham Palace. GRAPE Chardonnay SECONDARY GRAPE…

Intense layers of ripe lemon zest, limes and yuzu fill the palate balanced by a sea spray minerality and nutty, umami finish. This wine has tremendous potential to age over the coming decades.

A core of vibrant acidity draws together the generous, round palate of ripe Pinot Noir. Intense layers of red fruit; macerated strawberry, raspberries, red apple and Morello cherries lead into deeper layers of blood orange, ripe nectarine and juicy flat peaches with cream. “Fairly rich nose. Really mouth-filling. Round and orangey and super-clean. Complete. Very much a gastro-wine. Just lovely alr…

Biscuity shortbread aromas lead into layers of yellow fruit on the nose, from ripe citrus to yellow apple, Mirabelle plum and pineapple. A rich creamy palate reminds you of the perfect lemon tart.

Made in the traditional “Champagne Method”, VERY small batch (120 bottles per year), soft texture, small bubbles and clean finish. Same base wine as Little Owl. Delicately smooth, this limited-edition fizz has hints of apple, lime and a dash of passion fruit. About the Producer: Mayfield Vineyard is located in the heart of rural Lincolnshire on a 100-year-old family farm. Fraser Key, the current o…

Wine information Vintage - 2018 Country - Great Britain Region - Kent Grape Varieties - Pinot Noir 100% Alcohol by volume - 12.5% Bottle - 75cl Producer - Simpsons Wine Estate Tasting notes - An elegant sparkling rosé delicate honeysuckle and fresh raspberry sorbet nose, illustrating finesse and balance. On the palate, notes of exotic fruits; wild strawberry and smooth lychee are balanced with tan…

Country - Great Britain Region - Kent Grape Varieties - Pinot Noir 60%, Chardonnay 40% Alcohol by volume - 12% Bottle - 75cl Producer - Simpsons Wine Estate Tasting notes - The epitome of English elegance, this rich golden sparkling wine has enticing aromas of caramelised pear and floral millefeuille, combined with bright citrus flavours, linear precision and impressive length. ProducerNote Charle…

Country - Great Britain Region - Sussex Grape Varieties - Chardonnay 60%, Pinot Noir 40% Alcohol by volume - 12% Bottle - 75cl Producer - Sugrue South Downs Tasting notes - A classic blend of barrel-fermented Chardonnay and Pinot Noir boasting great purity and elegance, with lemon and apple aromas leading to a palate of delicate stone fruit and refreshingly crisp acidity. This is long, complex and…