Wyfold Vineyard Brut 2017 is a small release from a small site in Oxfordshire. Coming from Barbara Laithwaite CBE’s cherished two hectares of vineyards on the Chiltern Hills, this English Sparkling reflects her award-winning legacy. With accolades including a recent Gold at WineGB, a Silver Decanter Medal, and Bronze awards from both the International Wine Challenge (IWC) and the International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC), 3.9 score on Vivino and availability in some Michelin-starred restaurants, Wyfold Vineyard Brut 2017 has a excellent reputation.
Released in 2022 after five years of maturation, this sparkling wine uses a blend of 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 10% Pinot Meunier, with a dosage of 8.5g/l and an ABV of 12%. Henry Laithwaite, son of the renowned Tony Laithwaite and owner-winemaker of Harrow & Hope, has imbued this wine with his expertise and passion, making it a must-try.
Upon opening, the wine greets you with a rich aroma of crisp apple, summer fruits, delicate baked pastry and minerality. On the palate, it delights with elegant notes of more pastry, apple and citrus, culminating in a long, satisfying finish. The ‘middle’ of the taste is extremely flavoursome. Its five years of maturity lend it an exquisite richness and elegance. It is best enjoyed lightly chilled, avoiding over-chilling and indeed over-warming, to preserve its nuanced flavours.
Available at £35 as part of a Mix 6 from Laithwaites, this is an English sparkling wine that promises to elevate any occasion with its refined character and pedigree.
