Albury Estate Cuvee 2014
Grape Variety: Pinot Noir (55%), Pinot Meunier (29%), Chardonnay (16%)
Tasting Notes
This classic cuvée has all the hallmarks of a fine sparkling wine. The subtle fruit on the nose, predominately red berries from the Pinot and a little light citrus from the Chardonnay, is backed up by a really long, mouth-filling palate that lingers and satisfies. Fresh and lively, ripe acidity is complimented by a subtle sweetness. A wine for drinking on its own or with friends!
Food Match
Ideal as an aperitif, with canapés. Serve with smoked salmon, fish and seafood, especially lobster, trout or crayfish. Also excellent with mushroom risotto, light chicken dishes and Sushi as well as local English hard cheeses.
Other Points of Interest
Albury Estate is the Surrey home of the Duke of Northumberland and is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Our still rosé wine was served on the Royal Barge as part of the Queens Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Albury Estate sparkling wines have won international wine awards are currently featured on the wine lists of several Michelin starred establishments including Raymond Blanc’s Le Manoir Aux Quat’Saisons, Tom Kerridge’s The Hand and Flowers, The Black Swan at Oldstead and Chez Bruce in Wandsworth. Albury Vineyard was voted Producer of the Year in the 2016 Surrey Life Food & Drink Awards.
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