Chapel Down English Rose (NV)

The epitome of an English rose - delicate and feminine. If you enjoy a non-vintage Rosé Champagne, then this is the sparkling wine for you. Chapel Down English Rose NV is an elegant blend of four classic grape varieties.

Tasting notes:

Redcurrant, citrus and slightly toasted on the nose. Strawberry, blackcurrant and rosehip on the palate. Rounded and fresh.

Food pairings:

English Rose NV is great as an aperitif or with canapes. Alternatively, pair with summer fruit pudding. 

About the winemaker: 

Chapel Down is one of England's best known winemakers, and produce world-class sparkling wines. Vineyards across the South of England, watch out for some exciting things from them on the sustainability front coming soon too! 

After hand harvesting, the fruit undergoes cool fermentation followed by full malolactic fermentation. The wine then matures on its fine lees in tank for six months. Once bottled, the wine is then aged on its lees for approximately 18 months.

Sustainability credentials: Making good progress (1*)

Part of the UK sustainable wines movement, Chapel Down is making good progress in terms of waste, water consumption and chemical use, and striving to improve further, considering their soil health, biodiversity and landscape ecology more widely.

Other info: 12%Vol, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir