Chalklands Classic Cuvée (Non-vintage) - Simpson

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Produced by an innovative winery in Kent, this sparkling wine represents English excellence. Its freshness and complexity make it ideal for any occasion.

Chalklands Classic Cuvée (Non-vintage) - Simpson

Type: Sparkling wine or Champagne

Area: England, Kent, Canterbury

Appellation: English Sparkling Wine

Grape variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir

Vintage: Non-vintage

Winery: Simpson

Alcohol: 12.5%

The appellation: English Sparkling Wine

English Sparkling Wine is one of the most fascinating expressions of British viticulture, emerging as a high-quality sparkling wine that has won recognition at international level. This designation was officially recognised in 2010, but the tradition of sparkling wine production in England goes back centuries, with renewed interest in recent decades thanks to favourable climatic conditions and modern winemaking techniques.

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What to eat with Chalklands Classic Cuvée

Who makes it: Simpson

Founded in 2000, Simpson is an innovative winery in the heart of the county of Kent, in England. Covering more than 50 hectares, the winery stands out for its dedication to making high-quality wines, using modern techniques and sustainable practices. Simpson ’s philosophy is based on the harmony between tradition and innovation, with a strong focus on championing local grape varieties. The wines reflect the diversity of the English terroir, marked by a unique climate and mineral-rich soils. Every bottle tells a story of passion and commitment, making every sip a unique experience.

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The vine of Chalklands Classic Cuvée

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is one of the most widely planted and prestigious white grape varieties in the world, originally from Burgundy, in France. Thanks to its great adaptability to different climates and soils, Chardonnay is grown in many wine regions, expressing unique characteristics according to the terroir and the winemaking style.

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Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the most fascinating and noble black grape varieties in the world. Famous for its elegance and complexity, this variety is at the heart of some of the most prestigious wines on the globe, particularly the wines of Burgundy and Champagne AOC. Its versatility and its ability to reflect the terroir make it one of the varieties most loved by winemakers and wine lovers alike.

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Chalklands Classic Cuvée: the Canterbury area

Canterbury

England is an emerging wine region, with a history that has been developing rapidly in recent decades. Although it is not traditionally known for wine production, the country has seen a significant increase in the quality and variety of its wines, thanks to an increasingly favourable climate and to modern viticultural techniques. Today, England is recognised for its high-quality sparkling wines, which compete with the best in the world.

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Climate: Oceanic

Altitude: Low to mid altitude (200–500 m above sea level)

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Hilly

Profile of Chalklands Classic Cuvée

Primary aromas: Citrus, White flowers

Secondary aromas: Yeast, Toasted bread

Tertiary aromas: Leather

Tasting notes: An elegant sparkling wine with notes of citrus and white flowers, fine, persistent bubbles.

Sulphites	yes
Body	Lively
Acidity	Medium-high
Tannin	Absent
Sweetness	Brut
Finish	Media
Colour	Pale straw yellow
Clarity	Clear

Winemaking methods used for Chalklands Classic Cuvée

Metodo Classico

The Metodo Classico is a refined sparkling winemaking technique used to produce high-quality sparkling wines. This method, also known as méthode champenoise (when speaking of Champagne), involves a second fermentation in the bottle, which gives the wine its characteristic fine, persistent bubbles, together with complex aromas and an elegant structure.

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Ageing methods used for Chalklands Classic Cuvée

In bottle (7–18 months)

Ageing in bottle for a period of between 7 and 18 months represents an intermediate stage of maturation, ideal for those wines that have already completed their ageing in wood, stainless steel or concrete, and that need further time to achieve full harmony and stability before being released. During this period, the wine develops slowly in the absence of oxygen, refining its structure, aromatic balance and softness on the palate.

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Time on the lees for Chalklands Classic Cuvée

Medium (7–18 months)