Sharpham Classic Cuvee Rose 2021
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Southern England
Producer
Sharpham wines Sandridge Barton Estate
Grape(s)
Pinot Noir (100%)
Type
Rose
Style
Fizz
Oaked Style
Unoaked
Body Style
Light bodied
Dry/Sweet Style
Dry
Alcohol Content
11.5%
Closure Style
Cork
Organic/Biodynamic
No
Sustainable
Yes-certified sustainable
Vegetarian/Vegan
Vegetarian
Yes
Vegan
Yes
Allergens
Sulphites
Yes
Milk
No
Egg
No
Region
If you have never tried an English wine before – well now is your opportunity. The vineyards of England are generally located in the warmer southern counties where the milder influences of the gulf stream have an important effect, as our northern hemisphere vineyards need a longer cooler growing season than in Europe to produce top quality grapes. More than 500 vineyards are in production across the UK and bottled annual sales has reached 3 million bottles, with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Bacchus the most planted varieties.
Producer
Sharpham Wines were one of the pioneers of the English wine industry, being formed over 40 years ago in 1982 after Maurice and Ruth Ash moved down to Devon with their Jersey cows and purchased the Sharpham Estate, planting the first vines in the 1960’s. In 2008 Sharpham wines moved further down the Dart valley to the beautiful Sandridge Barton Estate which lies on the sunny south facing slopes that overlook the river Dart. The estate is now home to 32 acres of vineyards which are run and farmed according to the Countryside Stewardship Scheme of Sustainability, which Sharpham Wines is passionately committed to.
Tasting Notes
A vibrant and fruity traditional method sparkling wine with aromas of strawberry yoghurt, peach cobbler and orange peel. The palate is lean and layered with flavours of raspberry, strawberry and yoghurt, with a complex and textured finish from 72 months lees ageing.
Food
A great aperitif which can be enjoyed al fresco with summer picnics, salads, seafood, mushroom and cream risotto, light goats cheeses or fruit deserts such as Eton Mess.
