N/V Première Cuvée Rosé, Hambledon, Hampshire (2016 Base Vintage)
Première Cuvée Rosé is a Pinot Meunier-driven sparkling rosé made using the saignée method, showcasing a dark salmon-pink colour. Based on the 2016 vintage,this is toasty on the nose with caramelised red apple and red berries also on display. The palate is complex, full and rounded, with brioche and biscuit, complemented by zesty pink grapefruit, red apple and spice. The finish is saline, long and full of vibrancy.