OUR WINES
The Chapel Down winemaking team creates our English sparkling wines utilizing the traditional method and classic sparkling wine grape varietals.
CHAPEL DOWN BRUT NV
The classic English sparkling wine
Elegant aromas of red apple, lemongrass and freshly baked bread together with hints of strawberry, citrus and quince on the palate. Crisp and fresh with lively acidity and fine persistent bubbles in bottle.
Awards & ratings:
Wine Enthusiast - 92/100
Decanter World Wine Awards - Silver Medal
Grapes: 48% Chardonnay, 42% Pinot Noir, 5% Pinot Meunier, 5% Pinot Blanc
Ageing: 15 months on lees
“The purest notion of Golden Pearmain apples is beguiling on the nose, promising fruit and mellowness in equal measure. The palate with its superfine and creamy mousse does not disappoint. Creamy, rich autolysis and ripe yellow apple create an elegant, generous and bright midpalate that's full of flavor and depth. It's harmonious, hitting that intersection of freshness and richness perfectly and finishing long.” Anne Krebiehl, Wine Enthusiast
CHAPEL DOWN ROSÉ BRUT
The epitome of English Sparkling Rosé
Expect aromas of fresh strawberries, cherries and redcurrants with background notes of toasty shortbread. The palate is crisp and fresh, its fine mousse contributing to the light and effortless style.
Awards & ratings:
Wine Enthusiast - 92/100
Decanter World Wine Awards - Platinum Medal
Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir
Ageing: Maturation on fine lees in tank for six months before bottling and average 18 months further ageing on lees in bottle.
“A vividly pink color suggests fruity joy and neither nose nor palate disappoint. Hawthorn blossom and tart hedgerow fruit dominate nose and palate with their aromatic freshness. Easy joy is spread by frothy fizz and the lasting freshness makes you long for another sip. Lovely.” Anne Krebiehl, Wine Enthusiast
CHAPEL DOWN ENGLISH ROSE
English summer in a bottle
A delicate rose petal pink in colour with a fine prolonged mousse, lemon sherbet on the nose with hints of blackcurrant, rosehip and wild strawberry on the palate.
Awards & ratings:
Wine Enthusiast - 90/100
Grapes: 48% Chardonnay, 42% Pinot Noir, 5% Pinot Meunier, 5% Pinot Blanc
Ageing: Cool fermentation in stainless steel followed by full malolactic fermentation. Maturation on fine lees in tank for six months before bottling and an average of 18 months further ageing on lees in bottle.
CHAPEL DOWN THREE GRACES 2014
The expression of a decadent vintage
Complex aromas of baked apple, fresh strawberry and shortcrust pastry are followed by a rich palate with a fine, smooth mousse.
Awards & ratings:
Wine Enthusiast - 93/100
Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate - 92 /100
Grapes: 60% Chardonnay, 31% Pinot Noir, 9% Pinot Meunier.
Ageing: Cool fermentation in stainless steel followed by full malolactic fermentation. A portion of this wine is from reserve stock which has been stored in barrels and tanks, which adds complexity and depth to the palate. Maturation on fine lees in tank for six months before bottling and between 4 1⁄2 - 5 1⁄2 years further ageing on lees in bottle.
“Granny Smith and Golden Delicious apple notes combine with lemon to present a nose of vivid freshness. The palate comes in with generous creaminess that showcases notes of lemon-drizzled brioche. Vivid freshness and mellow autolysis make for a vivid, creamy, smooth, dry finish.” Anne Krebiehl, Wine Enthusiast
