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Bride Valley Wines

Blanc de Blancs 2018 Case of 6

Blanc de Blancs 2018 Case of 6

Chardonnay 100%

ABV: 12%

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Steven Spurrier considered this 100% Chardonnay Bride Valley’s signature wine and one which always accompanied him on his travels, being a true reflection of Bride Valley Vineyard.  This latest vintage results from the high quality harvest of 2018 and we consider it to be our best yet!  A beautifully bright, vibrant pale lemon appearance with a persistent stream of tiny bubbles. The nose is fine & elegant with layers of creamy, citrus fruit with points of toasted brioche, supported with notes of green apple and stone fruit. The palate is immediately crisp & fresh but leads to ripe, broad, citrus fruit with a luxurious texture balanced by sherbet acidity.

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What people are saying about this wine...

  • "Smashes the brief for a blanc de blancs" - IEWA 2022 Judge.

  • "Decadent and elegant this complex wine presents a perfect reflection of it terrior. Suited to the most special occasions or a beautiful summers day. "

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Wine Making Notes

Whole bunch pressed, cuvee and taille cold settled & fermented seperately, inocculated with yeast 18-2007. Underwent full malolactic fermentation, cold stabilisation, and earth filtering. Bottled in 2019, kept sur lees since then - first digorging after 2 years but current batches aged 5 years plus. Dosage is sulphites only, no additional sugar or RCGM

Wine Analysis

Sugar:12.6

PH:3.02

Acidity:8.1

Vintage Notes

Bud burst was delayed this year, due to the cool weather following “The Beast from the East” in March. Warm and settled weather from May to July encouraged growth and the vines flourished. Flowering was first observed in mid June, bringing excellent flowering and fruit set. The very warm and dry weather set us up for our best harvest to date, with 83 tonnes in total.

Dietary

Vegetarian, Vegan

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