Furleigh Estate, Classic Cuvee Brut 2019, Dorset

Furleigh Estate, Classic Cuvee Brut 2019, DorsetFurleigh Estate is set in stunning Dorset countryside near Bridport, just 5 miles from the Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site and with similar soils to Champagne. The estates 50 acres of vineyards are mainly planted with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Furleighs flagship wine is their Classic Cuve, a blend of 30% Pinot Noir, 30% Pinot Meunier and 40% Chardonnay. Great level of acidity, good fruit with delicate bubbles. A very tasty bottle of

spice and earth notes

Along with its blushing hue

toffee and candied fruit

well suited to earlier drinking

Something that Alsace is becoming better known for and offering superb value in comparison to some Pinot from Burgundy

In 2005 Jean-Baptiste built a new winery - The wines are aged in barrels (30% new oak) for 12 months and then assembled in tank for a period of 3 to 6 months to keep maximum freshness

cedar wood

In Clemens’ hand this gives a sumptuous wine with candied yellow fruits and red berries

on south/southeast-facing terraces overlooking Chavanay

The winemaker Marco Cerqua employs modern techniques to produce wines that are clean and vibrant to highlight the characters of the indigenous varieties

exceptional value alternative to the more famous names of Meursault and Montrachet

A beautifully balanced and easy drinking Prosecco