Nv 75Cl Exton Park Vineyard, Brut
Type | Sparkling |
Grapes | Chardonnay |
Country/Region | United Kingdom |
Food pairing | Meat, Fish, Popular dishes, Sushi |
Exton Park was first planted in 2003 on the South Downs, Hampshire's National Park, overlooking Exton village. At first, just 12 acres were planted with the classic Champagne varieties, using different rootstocks to assess how they influenced the viticulture and final fruit. In 2009, shortly after the second site was planted, the vineyard was bought by Malcolm Isaac who had recently sold his successful company. He understood the land, and the terroir. Two years later, he was ready to make his own wine, with the ambition to produce the best sparkling wine in the country. He invested in a new winery. He also contracted Corinne Seely as his winemaker. The latest addition to the property is a unique and eco-friendly cool cellar room, with solar panels providing the power for the temperature control, all part of Malcolm Isaac's commitment to the environment. And to the very best.
In colour, the crystal clear gold colour tends almost to the green. Its fresh attractive nose is generous, with a lemon character and note of passion fruit. A lovely minerality in the mouth indicates a good, balanced structure, with an intense backbone and very long finish with some white pepper notes.
Perfect as an aperitif or party drink, it can also be paired with seafood such as sushi, salmon, white meat, and even a raspberry cake.
Bronze Medal at the International Wine Challenge 2016