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Grape Varieties: Chardonnay

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One of the most planted grape varieties in the world, Chardonnay is now found in virtually every wine region across the globe. Primarily used for sparkling wine production in the UK, there are increasing examples of varietal still whites and blends using the variety. Classically blended with red varieties, PInot Noir and Pinot Meunier, using the Champagne method, it is also used to make 100% Chardonnay méthode champenoise wines (Blanc de Blancs).

Early bud burst makes it susceptible to damage from frost but in the growing season it can be quite vigorous. Acids can be quite high at harvest (thus making it suitable for sparkling wine) but secondary fermentation (and malolactic fermentation) softens this out.

In sparkling wine, Chardonnay tends to provide the ‘backbone’ and ‘structure’ but flavour characteristics tend to include citrus, apple and orchard fruit notes. In still wines (some of the more successful examples have included those by Chapel Down and Simpsons) there is a similar flavour profile along with peach and apricot notes.

White Wine

Nutbourne Chardonnay 2014

A good example of a clean and tasty English Chardonnay.

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White Wine

Gusbourne Guinevere 2013

A vibrant and distinctive English Chardonnay with superb texture and length.

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Classic Brut

Albury Estate Premier Cuvée NV

A light, clean and very drinkable maiden Sparkling release from Albury.

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Blanc de Blancs

Greyfriars Blanc de Blancs 2013

A sublimely fresh and rich Blanc de Blancs full of baked apple and warm vanilla character.

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Classic Brut

Leckford Estate Brut 2011

A fruit-focussed English Sparkling grown by Waitrose own Leckford Estate.

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White Wine

Litmus Element 20 2011

An outstanding English white wine with lots of depth and texture.

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Sparkling Rosé

Hush Heath Balfour Brut Rose 2010

A delicate pale pink coloured rosé with soft red berry notes & creamy texture.

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Classic Brut

Chapel Down Classic Brut NV

A good value and very easy drinking Brut from Chapel Down.

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Sparkling Wine

Albury Organic Monty’s Pet Nat 2014

The UK’s first ever Petillant Naturel, made from Chardonnay grapes grown in Surrey.

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Sparkling Rosé

Chapel Down Vintage Reserve Sparkling English Rose NV

A light and fruity English Rosé with delicate red berry notes.

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Classic Brut

Nyetimber Classic Cuvée 2009

A slightly subtler and gentle vintage from Nyetimber with excellent balance.

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Classic Brut

Nyetimber Classic Cuvée 2007

A rich English Sparkling wine with layered toasted notes.

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Classic Brut

Nyetimber Classic Cuvée 2006

A rich and mature Nyetimber Classic Cuvée from 2006.

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Classic Brut

Nyetimber Classic Cuvée 2005

A rich and mature Nyetimber Classic Cuvée from 2006.

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Blanc de Blancs

Chapel Down Blanc de Blancs 2009

A vibrant, rich and luxurious Blanc de Blancs from Chapel Down.

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