COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2013
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Gusbourne Estate Ltd
REGION
England
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Gusbourne Brut Reserve Late Disgorged 2013 is an English sparkling wine from Gusbourne Estate Ltd in Kent. It is a blend of 68% Chardonnay and 32% Pinot Noir. The wine's unique character is shaped by its 'Late Disgorged' designation, signifying an extended aging period on lees. Gusbourne Estate is recognized for its dedication to estate-grown grapes and high-quality English wines. The 2013 vintage was notable for a later harvest, allowing for optimal grape ripeness.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€139
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Aged for 90 months on lees, developing complex autolytic notes.
Fact 02
Disgorged on March 21, 2022, after significant lees aging.
Fact 03
Features a blend of 68% Chardonnay and 32% Pinot Noir.
Fact 04
Gusbourne has been awarded IWSC English Wine Producer of the Year.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Gusbourne Brut Reserve Late Disgorged 2013 begins with whole bunch pressing of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. The resulting must is settled before fermentation, which occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with a small percentage also fermented in old oak barrels. Following primary fermentation, the wine undergoes an extensive 90 months of aging on its lees. The wine was disgorged on March 21, 2022. The 2013 vintage was harvested later than typical due to climatic conditions, which allowed for optimal grape ripeness.
