Great British Wine – Page 38 – English Wine Reviews & Articles

WOTM January 2019 A cut above many examples in the price range and exceptionally good value.

An exceptionally balanced Blanc de Blancs from Nyetimber that is only just entering its stride and with a long life ahead.

Fresh, clean orchard fruit qualities with a steely, chalky textures on the finish.

A punchy palate, packed full of zingy citrus fruit, with papaya and guava tropics.

A confident rosé is suited to those who find the angular acidity of some English sparkling wines a little bracing.

A light and crisp sparkling wine from Hampshire, usually made from a blend of Auxerrois and Pinot Gris.

John catches up with London Cru winemaker Alex Hurley to talk and taste through his new Bacchus, Pinot Noir Précoce and Pinot Gris Pet-Nat.

This month’s round-up features three deliciously different English sparkling wines, a trio of fresh Bacchus and a striking white blend from Devon.

Continuing our exploration of all things pink-coloured, John takes a look at the latest and greatest trends in English sparkling rosé.