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WINE REVIEW
As the release of Charles and Ruth Simpson’s first sparkling wines draws ever closer, the charming couple tease us with an equally lovely second vintage of their highly rated Roman Road Chardonnay.
That purity and elegance is present even more so on the palate, where red apple and lively citrus begin a textural journey. The wine is brilliantly crisp and clean but has a surprising depth and presence with hints of stone fruit and lots of minerality.
It’s very clean, and the mineral textures build and linger with excellent length. It’s quite Chablis-esque in style and texture, which impressed me.
This is a grown-up, well-structured, distinctive English Chardonnay. It’s worth noting that the 2016 vintage was a sellout, so do get in quickly.
Other Wines by this Winemaker
Simpsons Rabbit Hole Pinot Noir 2020
Vibrant, with a peppery, punchy fusion of tangy red berries, hints of blackberry, spice and grip.
Simpsons Roman Road Chardonnay 2020
A promising Chardonnay with notes of ripe apple and peach, butterscotch and toasted spice.
Simpsons Estate Roman Road Chardonnay 2018
WOTM November 2019 Immaculate and Chablis-esque, with lovely hints of minerality, suggestions of toasted oak, tangerine peel and spice.
Simpsons Chalklands Classic Cuvée 2016
A beautiful fusion of youthful citrus fruit and crunchy apples complemented by rounder, peachy notes.
