Tasting note
Sparkling wine from Seyval Blanc grapes, made via the traditional method that does such wonders for Champagne; here the result is very delicate, with notes of lemon and lime and an understated flavour of crisp Granny Smith apple.
Viticulture
Sourced from Nigel Howard's Watchcombe & Soutcote Vineyards in East Devon. <3500 vines/ha. 7.5 ha total. Trellised vines, double guyot training, winter/spring pruning, debudding, leaf thinning. Hand-harvested on clay/sand, south-facing slope.
Vinification
After an extended cold settle, the base wine was fermented at cool temperatures to maintain a freshness, which is still present after its secondary fermentation in this very bottle.
Food Match
Oysters and crab, fish and chips, smoked salmon, spicy dishes, berries and citrus desserts or simply on its own as the perfect aperitif.