Chardonnay 2020
A new vintage of the famous and much loved Oxney still Chardonnay. Creamy and fresh mouthfeel supported by backbone of acidity with citrus zest, nuts and fresh oats. Not fined or filtered.
£25.00 VAT
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| Size | 75cl |
|---|---|
| ABV | 12% |
| Processing | Organic, Vegan, Contains sulphites |
Details
Description
VINTAGE
The 2020 growing year had a tough start for us. After a glorious Spring we had severe frost on May 13th and the buds were frosted. But after that we had a typical growing season with a mix of sun and rain through the spring and summer. The frost led to reduced yields.
WINEMAKING
The fruit was picked October 6th, pressed and fermented on old oak. Some fermented using wild yeasts. 100% malolactic fermentation. During fermentation the barrels were periodically stirred. Bottled un-fined and unfiltered.
TASTING NOTE
Lovely example of cool climate Chardonnay. The nose has complex aromas of stone fruits, hazelnut and toast. On the palate some richness comes through, with a creamy mouthfeel supported by a backbone of acidity and flavours of citrus zest, nuts and fresh oats.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Vintage: 2020
Grape varieties: Chardonnay (100%)
Alcohol (ABV): 12%
RS: <2g/l
pH: 3.46
TA: 6.4 g/l
SO2 (free): 30mg/l
Closure: Diam 10 cork
Soil Association Certification: GB-ORG-05
Producer
Six miles north of Rye, in the village of Beckley in the south east corner of East Sussex, Oxney Organic Estate has been producing award-winning organic wines since 2014. The first vines were planted in 2012 by founders Kristin Syltevik and Paul Dobson, who run Oxney as part of a wider organic farming estate. Today Oxney is the largest estate producer of organic English wines. Oxney wines are crafted as a showcase for the naturally high-quality grapes grown in the vineyard. In the winery – a converted Grade II oasthouse – interventions are kept to a minimum to promote full fruit expression.
Vineyard
Planted between 2012 and 2018, Oxney’s 14 hectares of vines are located on a warm, sheltered site six miles from the English Channel and 17 metres above sea level. Vines are planted on a gentle southwest-facing slope, which maximises sun exposure and aids ripening. An adjoining ancient oak forest provides natural wind protection, helping to create excellent conditions for growing high-quality organic grapes. Four varieties are planted – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Seyval Blanc. The soil is Tunbridge Wells sand – a fine sand and silt loam – above clay bedrock.
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Delivery
Christmas 2022 update: Our last day of deliveries using couriers is December 14th. After that you can pick up from the vineyard through December 23rd. We are closed December 24th until January 3rd. Orders above £75 qualifies for free delivery if you are in England, Wales and most of Scotland. Orders for this area that are below £75 are charged at a flat rate of £10. If you are on the Scottish offshore islands, Isle of Man, Channel Islands, Scilly Isles and the Scottish postcodes of AB36-38, AB41 -45, AB51-56, FK17-21, IV1-28, IV30-32, IV36, IV40, IV52-54, IV63, KW1-3, KW5-14, PA21-40, PA80, PH15-26, PH30-41, PH49-50 we would be happy to provide a quote for your delivery. Please email us on wine@oxneyestate.com. We do not deliver to Northern Ireland.
