WINE REVIEW
Black Chalk have been something of a beacon of quality since their arrival on the scene seven years ago with the 2015 vintage. This latest 2022 release continues to build on the Hampshire producer’s reputation for precise yet nuanced English sparkling wines.
This vintage is a blend of 46% Pinot Noir, 42% Chardonnay and 12% Pinot Meunier, with 5.8g/l sugar, 22 months on lees and no Malolactic Fermentation.
Delicate gold in colour, the ripeness of the 2022 vintage sings from the glass with aromas of red apple, fragrant citrus zest and subtle nutty complexities.
Once again, winemakers Jacob Leadley and Zoë Driver have achieved great balance with this wine, the palate balancing striking energy and tension with bright, pure and clean orchard fruit flavours. There’s a lovely generosity of ripe red apple and a hint of yellow plum, with just a hint of almond pastry on the finish.
Overall, this is incredibly elegant and beautifully realised.
