Rathfinny Wine Estate Classic Cuvée Brut
A vibrant white sparkling wine with zesty grapefruit, red apple, and biscuity notes
Rathfinny Wine Estate Classic Cuvée Brut from Sussex, England, is a beautifully crafted dry White sparkling wine, blending Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier. This B Corp certified estate, founded by Mark and Sarah Driver, meticulously vinifies hand-harvested, whole-bunch-pressed grapes with minimal intervention. Fermented solely in stainless steel and undergoing malolactic fermentation, the wine then ages on its lees in bottle for 36 months, developing vivid aromas of grapefruit, red apple, and brioche. The palate is focused with zesty acidity, a creamy texture, and rich, biscuity notes, leading to a refreshing and moreish finish. An elegant choice, perfect as an aperitif or paired with delicate seafood.
75.0CL , 12.0% ABV , Vintage: 2019
Vinification
The grapes were hand harvested, whole bunch pressed and vinified with as little intervention as possible, to preserve the purest expression of vintage and place. The base wine was fermented in stainless steel at 16°C with commercial yeasts, followed by malolactic fermentation. After bottling, the wine spent 36 months ageing on its lees to develop autolytic complexity. THe wine was disgorged followed by a low dosage of 4.5g/l.
Flavour profile
This elegant English sparkling wine offers vivid aromas of grapefruit, red apple, and brioche. The palate is focused with zesty acidity, a creamy texture, and rich, biscuity notes, leading to a refreshing and moreish finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve chilled at 8-10°C. No decanting required, enjoy now.