{"product_id":"chalkdown-classic-cuvee","title":"Chalkdown Classic Cuvee","description":"\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eMade from fruit grown in 2020, our Classic Cuvée is crafted from a blend of Pinot Noir (42%) and Chardonnay (58%) grapes.  This combines the structure and generous fruit character of the Pinot with an extra dash of finesse from the Chardonnay to create a classic blend.  The wine was fermented and aged in steel tanks and bottled in June 2021.  It was then left to bottle age on its lees for a minimum of 30 months before \u003cem\u003edégorgement.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eTotal production was just 3329 bottles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eThe wine is well rounded and generous with warm stone fruit (peaches, apricots) and honeysuckle aromas and demonstrates a pronounced autolytic character.  There is a refreshing green apple acidity that offers lovely freshness and a balancing layer of mineralogy that adds to the complexity on the palate.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAWARDS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eIWSC 90 points; Decanter 94 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Youthful and energetic.  Intense floral, spice and ripe fruits, with plentiful autolytic character, and crystal-cut acidity. Gorgeous wine! – \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecanter World Wine Awards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Nicely concentrated candied lemon, apple and brioche palate with vibrant length and a smooth creamy texture” \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e– \u003c\/em\u003eInternational Wine and Spirit Challenge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSERVING SUGGESTIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\"\u003eLovely on its own as an aperitif or a sundowner and rather nice with traditional fish and chips.  It would also work well with fresh asparagus; cured meats; sushi or tangy cheeses. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellation Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55117486719313,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.appellationwines.co.uk\/products\/chalkdown-classic-cuvee","provider":"Appellation Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}