WINE REVIEW
Sporting a stylish new look that is, in my opinion, a huge improvement over the previous branding, this Premier Cuvée is the latest flagship release from Bluestone in Wiltshire. The wine made from the first vintage of fruit from their own vineyard, which was planted in 2016.
The blend is 48.5% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Noir and 18.5% Pinot Meunier, with 7% reserve wine. The red fruit makes itself present in the glass, as the wine has a gloriously golden hue to it.
On the nose there are classic aromas of apple and citrus fruit, with a decidedly nutty, bready nuance. There are also hints of roasted almonds and a touch of stone fruit.
While the wine has gone through full Malo, it’s got the same linear, driving acidity that the previous release has, making it a great choice for those that love the fresher side of English Sparkling. To counter the acidity, there are riper flavours of peach and apricot, and a nutty pastry complexity on the finish.
