COLOUR
White
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Simpsons Wine Estate
REGION
England
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Simpsons The Roman Road Chardonnay 2021 is a still white wine from Simpsons Wine Estate in Kent, England. The estate was founded in 2012 by Ruth and Charles Simpson, who aim to produce wines reflecting their provenance and integrity. The vineyards are situated on chalky soils in the North Downs, a geological formation shared with Champagne and Burgundy. The 2021 vintage faced a cool, wet summer, necessitating specific vineyard management. The wine is a testament to the expression of English terroir through careful winemaking.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards planted on the same chalk ridge as Champagne.
Fact 02
Uses an Inertys press with a nitrogen lung to protect juice.
Fact 03
Owners have a French winemaking heritage since 2002.
Fact 04
Estate established in 2012, first harvest in 2016.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Simpsons The Roman Road Chardonnay 2021 is produced using 100% Chardonnay grapes. The winemaking process begins with whole-bunch pressing, with the juice directed immediately into oak barrels for fermentation. The estate utilizes an Inertys press with a nitrogen lung to protect the juice from oxidation. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes an aging period of 8 months, with 30% of the barrels being new French oak. The estate's approach emphasizes minimal intervention to showcase the vineyard's character.
