COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Nyetimber Vineyard
REGION
England
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Nyetimber Blanc de Blancs 2015 is an English sparkling wine made exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, originating from the Nyetimber vineyard in Sussex, England. Established in 1988, Nyetimber aimed to create world-class sparkling wine in England, drawing on the estate's historical significance dating back to 1086. This particular wine is recognized for its purity and finesse, representing a benchmark for English sparkling wine and demonstrating the potential of its terroir, which features chalk and greensand soils similar to those found in Champagne. The Blanc de Blancs style was the first wine produced by Nyetimber in 1992, marking the beginning of their journey.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€84
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-8°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Nyetimber Blanc de Blancs was the very first style produced by the estate in 1992.
Fact 02
The estate's manor is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086.
Fact 03
Nyetimber has famously outperformed Champagne in blind taste tests.
Fact 04
The vineyards are estate-grown on chalk and greensand soils.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Nyetimber Blanc de Blancs 2015 is produced exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes, which are estate-grown and handpicked. Primary fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness. Following this, the wine undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle, a crucial step for sparkling wine production. It is then aged on its lees for an extended period, approximately five years, before an additional 18 months of aging under cork prior to its release. This process is designed to develop complexity and texture.
