BLANC DE BLANCS 2017
This single varietal, 100% Chardonnay from 2017 is a pale gold colour with a fine stream of bubbles. The nose is complex with ripe gala apple and poached pear. There are some floral notes of apple blossom and honey suckle, and a seriousness here too, with wet beach pebbles and toasted granary bread. Well-integrated orchard fruit acidity.
Primary fermentation took place in a combination of stainless-steel tanks and used oak barrels, followed by complete malolactic fermentation. Following 7 months of élevage, the final blend was bottled and left to age on lees for a minimum of 30 months. At disgorgement the wine received 3 g/L dosage and was aged for a further 3 to 6 months under cork. There has been no sulphur added to this wine.
Perfect as an apéritif or paired with seafood. Excellent drinking now or age for up to 3 years.
Winner of a silver medal at the IWSC 2021 and at Wine GB 2021
