Spumante Brut Blanc de Blancs Gusbourne 2019
Brut Blanc de Blancs from Gusbourne winery is a precise and vibrant sparkling wine from the south-east of England. The Chardonnay grapes are harvested manually and fermented for 10 days in steel and barrique, finally the wine is refermented in bottle where it ages for 42 months. With a fine and persistent perlage it expresses elegant and flowing rich in citrus aromas hints of white pulp fruit and toasted notes of hazelnut
The Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine from Gusbourne originates in the southeast of England, specifically in Kent, overlooking the English Channel. Jon Pollard and Andrew Weeber decided to start production in 2004, reclaiming plots of land where fava beans, turnips, and rapeseed were previously grown. After studying agriculture and spending time in New Zealand, they decided to begin cultivating vines, creating high-quality wines and the best sparkling wines in England, choosing to use traditional techniques while always looking towards the future.
The pure Chardonnay grapes of the Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine from Gusbourne are currently cultivated on about 60 hectares of land with a predominantly humid maritime climate, influenced by breezes from the nearby sea; this climate makes it difficult to switch to a completely organic cultivation regime, but they strive to win the challenge against the natural climate, committing to reduce the use of pesticides and herbicides, incorporating completely organic compost. The harvest is conducted strictly by hand; in the cellar, the whole bunch is pressed and left to decant for about 24 hours. Fermentation lasts for about 10 days, taking place in both steel and wood, and undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle according to the principles of the Classic Method. It ages for 42 months in the bottle.
The Brut Blanc de Blancs Sparkling Wine from Gusbourne presents itself with a straw yellow color with golden reflections and a fine, persistent perlage. The aromas recall green apple and ripe pear, citrus notes, and a final scent of toasted hazelnuts; on the palate, it shows a rare elegance, fresh and smooth for an inviting sip. It pairs perfectly with dishes based on shellfish and mollusks, sushi and sashimi, but also vegetarian dishes. An excellent product to enjoy for business aperitifs or special family occasions, to savor in the glass a wine that encapsulates all the potential of the territory it represents.