rating A-

standout led the second wave of English sparkling wine

about a large farm partially converted to vineyards in 2006, with Dermot Sugrue in charge of production and directing the range of wines. Given he’s the best winemaker in England for sparkling wine, there’s no surprise Wiston Estate have established themselves as one of the best wineries, moving English wine on from the nascent 90s. On-site restaurant: English wineries are now much more tourist-orientated.

wines tasted

Brut NV ($30)

35% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 30% Meunier. 70% vintage, with the rest reserve wines. Malolactic fermentation to soften acidity. Three and a half years on the lees. 8g/l dosage. Perfect introduction to English sparkling wine.

website https://www.wistonestate.com/

email cellardoor@wistonestate.co.uk

phone +44 1903 877 845

address North Farm, London Road, Washington RH20 4BB