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.
The classic English sparkling wine.
A very elegant English sparkling wine with aromas of red apple, lemongrass and freshly baked bread together with hints of strawberry and quince on the palate and fine persistent bubbles.
Awards & ratings:
Wine Enthusiast - 92/100.
Decanter World Wine Awards - Silver Medal.
Grapes: 50% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, 13% Pinot Blanc, 7% Pinot Meunier.
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 BRUT ROSE.
The epitome of English Sparkling Rosé.
A delicate pale peach in color, this elegant rosé has aromas of fresh strawberries, raspberries and redcurrants with background notes of
toasty short- bread. The palate is crisp and fresh, its fine mousse
contributing to the light and effortless style.
Awards & ratings:
Wine Enthusiast - 90/100.
Decanter World Wine Awards - Silver 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.
Decanter World Wine Awards - Silver Medal.
Grapes: 53% Pinot Noir, 36% Chardonnay, 7% Pinot Blanc, 4% Pinot Meunier.
Ageing: Cool fermentation in stainless steel followed by full malolacticfermentation. Maturation on fine lees in tank for six months before bottling and an average of 18 months further ageing on lees in bottle.
Great as an aperitif or with canapés, alternatively pair with summer fruit pudding.
CHAPEL DOWN THREE GRACES 2011.
The expression of a fantastic year.
Complex aromas of ripe red apple, buttered brioche and toasted
hazelnuts. A fine mousse, rich palate and an elegant long finish.
Ideal as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to an elegant dinner.
Awards & ratings:
IWSC - Gold Medal.
Wine Enthusiast - 95/100.
#26 of the Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Wines List 2017.
Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2019 - Silver Medal.
Grapes: 58% Chardonnay, 34% Pinot Noir, 8% 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.
“ Impressive notion of honeyed oatmeal on the nose makes for a promising opening. The palate shows fine, elegant mousse, amplifying those restrained aromas of honey, oatmeal and biscuit. This wine is at a perfect juncture of freshness and evolution, with wonderfully developed autolytic notes and great balance.”
Anne Krebiehl, Wine Enthusiast.
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:
IWSC - Gold Medal.
Wine Enthusiast - 93/100.
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.
