{"product_id":"the-trouble-with-dreams-2022-sugrue","title":"Sugrue | The Trouble With Dreams | English Sparkling | 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Trouble With Dreams 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship sparkling wine from \u003cstrong\u003eSugrue South Downs\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a brilliant expression of what English sparkling wine can be. Made by Dermot and Ana Sugrue from vineyards rooted in the chalk of Sussex and Hampshire, this is a wine built around freshness, texture and a real sense of place. The 2022 vintage was an exceptional growing season in England, producing fruit with unusual ripeness and concentration while retaining the natural acidity and energy of the South Downs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA blend of \u003cstrong\u003e60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine brings together fruit from Mount Harry Vineyard in East Sussex, Storrington Priory and Coldharbour Vineyard in West Sussex, alongside Jenkyn Place in Hampshire. Around 40% of the wine was fermented in 600L and 228L ex-Burgundy barrels, with the remainder fermented in stainless steel. The wine underwent no malolactic fermentation, helping preserve its remarkable freshness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBottled in July 2023 and aged for \u003cstrong\u003e32 months on its lees\u003c\/strong\u003e, The Trouble With Dreams 2022 was first disgorged in March 2026 with a restrained dosage of just \u003cstrong\u003e6g\/L\u003c\/strong\u003e. The result is a sparkling wine that combines the richness of the warm 2022 vintage with the chalky, saline character and electric acidity that have become signatures of Sugrue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open and expressive, with confit lemon, white peach and ripe orchard fruit alongside salted pastry, oyster shell and delicate brioche. There is a subtle savoury character beneath the fruit, with hints of fresh herbs and fine spice adding complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich and beautifully textured, with ripe citrus and white fruit balanced by vibrant, chalky acidity. Creamy lees character gives the wine weight and depth, while a pronounced saline streak keeps everything fresh and precise. The warmth of the 2022 vintage brings impressive concentration without sacrificing energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long, mineral and distinctly saline, with lemon, pastry and orchard fruit lingering alongside fine bubbles and refreshing acidity. Fresh, savoury and remarkably persistent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Trouble With Dreams is a wine that rewards time in the glass. As it opens, the lees-derived richness and savoury complexity become increasingly pronounced, revealing more of the depth behind its bright, energetic first impression. It is a serious bottle of English sparkling wine, equally at home alongside fine seafood as it is enjoyed on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sugrue South Downs\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dermot \u0026amp; Ana Sugrue\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sussex \u0026amp; Hampshire, England\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mount Harry, Storrington Priory, Coldharbour \u0026amp; Jenkyn Place\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12%\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLees Ageing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 months\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brut English Sparkling Wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe freshness and saline character make this a natural partner for \u003cstrong\u003eoysters, crab, prawns and scallops\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the wine's added richness and texture mean it can comfortably handle more substantial dishes. Try it with beautifully crisp fish and chips, roast chicken, lobster or richer seafood dishes. It is equally enjoyable simply poured into a glass and allowed to develop slowly over an evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLooking to try this bottle in person or collect it locally? Sugrue The Trouble With Dreams 2022 is available from Strong Water Co. at both our shops. Visit us in either shop and our team will be happy to talk you through the wine and help you find the right bottle for you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sugrue South Downs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57534320214396,"sku":"TWD22-1","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/thestrongwaterco.com\/ja\/products\/the-trouble-with-dreams-2022-sugrue","provider":"The Strong Water Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}