WINE REVIEW
When Danbury Ridge arrived on the English Wine scene with their 2018 vintage, it was a game-changing moment for English still wine. At the time, nothing had come close to the concentration and sophistication of Danbury, but how is the estate faring some five vintages on? These 2022 vintage wines suggest they are still leading the way.
This is a supercharged expression of Pinot Noir; the fruit concentration here is again astounding, as indicated by the wine’s deeper colour. There are aromas of black cherry, blackberry and almost winter berry richness, as well as a beautiful floral perfume.
The darker fruit profile manifests nicely on the palate as well –there’s lots of red and black cherry, with both tang and softness that deliver a pleasing juxtaposition. There’s also a plummy warmth and a more pronounced tannin, all underpinned by a generous spiciness.
This will only get better with a bit more time in bottle.
