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…

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…