Oxney Organic Estate Classic 2018

The Oxney estate is organic and run with a sustainable and natural approach. ‘Cover crops’ of plants, flowers, and herbs are used between the vines to encourage potential pests away from the grapes, and they generate heat from coppiced wood chips. The vineyards are comprised of 21 acres of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Seyval Blanc vines, which produce a range of still and sparkling wines. 

“Oxney exists to reset expectations of organic winemaking in England. Some call it an impossible challenge. We call that a lack of imagination” - Kristin Syltevik Winemaker

Classic sparkling wines tell the story of the vintage. 2018 is all about harmony. The dominant grape in this blend is Pinot Meunier, which provides body and richness to the blend. Ripe red apple is balanced with freshness and toasty autolytic notes. The soft, generous mouthfeel gives baked apple flavours but also a neat balance between freshness and weight. Time on lees adds a rich pastry note. Essentially, it's the most delicious apple pie you’ve ever tasted.