From Kent, with a fresher pallet and clean nature. One of the forerunners of the recent English renaissance

Gusbourne Estate Brut Reserve

£42.20

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Region : United Kingdom > Kent

Tasting Note : A very subtle nose gives hints of ripe yellow apple and a gentle creaminess. Fine fizz on the palate brings out freshness with notes of green apples and ripe lemons. Hints of buttery biscuits and a long lemony finish.

Blend : 60% Chardonnay, 22% Pinot Noir, 18% Pinot Meunier.

Wine Making : Traditional method. 10 days at 18 - 20 degrees C using specialist sparkling wine yeast. Fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks with a small percentage fermented in old oak barrels for complexity. Malic acid was turned into softer lactic acid through malolactic fermentation.

Ageing : Aged on the lees for at least 36 months with a small proportion fermented in old oak barrels.

ABV : 12%

Drink With : Canapes, sushi, tuna tartar, truffle pasta, mushroom risotto.