COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Simpsons' Wine Estate
REGION
England
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Light
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium
Intensity
Tannins
Medium - Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Simpsons' Wine Estate is situated in the Elham Valley, an unspoilt part of the North Downs of Kent. Established by Ruth and Charles Simpson, who brought their extensive winemaking expertise from the Languedoc, the estate focuses on producing world-class still and sparkling wines. The 'Rabbit Hole' Pinot Noir is sourced from a single, south-facing vineyard parcel planted on highly prized chalk soils, showcasing the exciting potential of still red wines in England's cool climate.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€32
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The wine is named after a path running alongside the Roman Road vineyard where wild rabbits have made their home.
Fact 02
The vines are planted on the same chalk ridge that runs from southern England all the way down to the Champagne region.
Fact 03
Simpsons' Wine Estate was established after the founders spent a decade successfully running Domaine Sainte Rose in southern France.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The grapes are hand-harvested and carefully sorted upon arrival at the state-of-the-art winery. The fruit undergoes cold maceration to gently extract color and primary fruit aromas, followed by fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with regular punching down. A portion of the wine is aged in French oak barrels to impart subtle structure, complexity, and spice, while preserving the delicate, bright fruit characteristics of the Pinot Noir grape.
