Balfour Winery, Hush Heath Estate, Brut Rosé, Kent, England, United Kingdom 2018

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Tasted by: Sylvia Wu
(at Hush Heath Estate, 05 May 2022)
Drinking Window: 2022 - 2038
A great vintage that has seen exceptionally ripe fruits and an early harvest, with acidity level sits at 7g/l, lower than this wine's average. The percentage of Pinot Meunier (30%), on the other hand, is higher than usual. The nose is honeyed and aromatic, with blossom, yellow apple, freshly-picked raspberry and candied orange slices. A ripe palate of acacia honey-glazed lemon, yellow apple and red berries, seasoned with a pinch of cinnamon. Lemon curd and lime zest on the finish. Will certainly gain more complexity and charm with longer ageing under the cork.
Balfour Winery, Hush Heath Estate, Brut Rosé, Kent, England, United Kingdom 2018
Producer
Balfour Winery, Hush Heath Estate
Brand
Brut Rosé
Vintage
2018
Wine Type
Sparkling
Colour
Rosé
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Appellation
Kent
Sweetness
Brut
Closure
Cork
Alcohol
12.50%
Body
Medium
Grapes
27% Chardonnay
30% Pinot Meunier