COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Balfour Winery
REGION
England
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Leslie's Rosé NV is a sparkling rosé wine from Balfour Winery, located in the Weald, Kent, South East England. Named after co-founder Leslie Balfour-Lynn, it was first released in 2021. The winery, founded in 2002 by Richard and Leslie Balfour-Lynn on the Hush Heath Estate, is known for its commitment to sustainability and rewilding. The wine is crafted from a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay grapes, grown on soils that include Wealden clay and greensand. This wine represents Balfour Winery's dedication to producing fine English sparkling rosés.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€39
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Named after co-founder Leslie Balfour-Lynn.
Fact 02
First released in 2021.
Fact 03
Balfour Winery is committed to rewilding and supporting local wildlife.
Fact 04
Balfour's Brut Rosé 2004 won a gold medal and trophy at the International Wine Challenge.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Leslie's Rosé NV is produced using the traditional method (Méthode Traditionnelle), which involves a second fermentation in the bottle to create its effervescence. The grapes, a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay, are handpicked and pressed separately. The wine undergoes an extended period of maturation on its lees, a process that contributes to its complexity and develops flavors. The winery, Balfour Winery, is situated in Kent, South East England, and is known for its commitment to sustainable practices, including rewilding and supporting local wildlife.
