rosé wine
Hush Heath Estate in Kent is the only vineyard that is dedicated to creating rosé sparkling wine. They produce the fantastic Hush Heath Balfour Brut Sparkling Rose, a delicious, dry and fruity rose coloured English fizz. A blend of the three classic Champagne grape varieties - Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier - and made in the traditional method, but with a definite English character. Perfect for celebrating special occasions.
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Somborne Valley vineyard in the village of Somborne in Hampshire produce Somborne Valley Sparkling Rosé, a quality, rich and creamy sparkling rosé. With strawberries and cream character, this wine is perfect for summer celebrations. Somborne Valley also produce Somborne Valley Estate Rosé, a delicate still rosé. It is produced from Rondo grapes which is a favoured grape of English winemakers as it matures early and has high resistance against frost. A perfect summer drop by itself or served with fish.
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Chapel Down wines have been served at the House of Commons, several Government departments and at several overseas embassies. Many of their still and sparkling wines are award winners. The Chapel Down Brut Rosé is a sparkling rosé made from Pinot Noir grapes left in contact with their skins for a limited period to obtain the gentle rose colour. Chapel Down also produce Chapel Down English Rosé, a popular fresh and fruity dry rosé wine. A perfect choice for the summer this is a well balanced wine principally from Pinot Noir, followed by Rondo and Regent. This rosé has a juicy strawberry and red berry taste, and would be fantastic with tapas or tomato based dishes.
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Bolney Wine Estate have created Bolney Wine Estate Sirius Sparkling Rosé Brut, a fantastic partner to cheeses and fruit desserts and great for any celebrations! Made from Merlot and Seyval Blanc grapes from the award winning West Sussex winery.
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Ridgeview Estate make the fantastic Ridgeview Merret Fitzrovia Rosé, another award winning English sparkling wine. This wine is made from Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, as well as Chardonnay grapes which helps give it longer ageing potential. With a biscuity taste and fresh finish this wine can be drunk now or saved for special occasions in years to come...
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Three Choirs vineyard, based in Gloucestershire, nurture well chosen modern varieties of grapes alongside more traditional world renowned grapes such as pinot noir. The Three Choirs Premium Selection Rosé is made from Pinot Noir which is the last grape to be picked as it needs to ripen to develop as much character as possible. The Three Choirs Rosé is an off-dry, delicate rosé, balancing a strawberry flavour with citrus tastes and a long, clean finish. Perfect for drinking in the English summer sun, as an apéritif or with tomato-based dishes.
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Meopham Valley make Meopham Valley Brut Rosé 2005 which was awarded a bronze from Decanter magazine. Made from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes in the Meopham Valley vineyard in Kent, this is a salmon pink coloured wine with a light, fruity taste that has been described as tasting of strawberries and shortbread.
Avonleigh vineyard, on the edge of the Cotswolds, produce this lovely organic rosé from Orion, Dornfelder and Triomphe grapes. The vineyard is registered with the soil association and received full organic status in 2006. Avonleigh Organic Rosé has a delicious strawberry tastes with a fresh, crisp finish.