Gusbourne Estate Brut 2018
Appledore, Kent, England
Bright gold in colour, this blend highlights red fruit aromas of cherry and strawberry, which then develop into attractive fresh pastry notes with a touch of cinnamon and spice. With a bright streak of citrus fruit, the palate is clean and fresh whilst giving tones of soft stone fruit and a long, refreshing finish. Enjoyed at L’Enclume, it is the flexible partner for contemporary and classic English food pairings; from seared scallops to smoked eels to fish and chips.
ANALYSIS
Grape Variety:
40% Chardonnay
33% Pinot Meunier
27% Pinot Noir
Alcohol:
12%
Titratable Acidity:
7.7g/l
Residual Sugar:
9g/l
pH:
2.93
WINEMAKING
Processing:
Whole bunch pressed and naturally settled for 24-36 hours.
Fermentation:
10 days at 18 - 20 degrees C using specialist sparkling wine yeast. Fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks with a small percentage fermented in old oak barrels for complexity.
Bottling Date:
25th April 2017.
Malolactic:
100%
Lees Ageing:
Minimum 36 months.