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Country: England
Region: Sussex
Code: ROEB035
Selected to celebrate our 120th anniversary, this award-winning White English Sparkling Wine from Roebuck Estates in West Sussex is rich yet refined, offering exceptional texture and finesse.

Specification

Producer

Roebuck Estates

Roebuck Estates, founded in 2013 by two friends, Michael Smith and John Ball, is located in the heart of West Sussex. United by a passion for wine, their goal is to produce exceptional vintage sparkling wines from estate-grown fruit sourced from Sussex's finest vineyard sites. The estate covers six parcels over 120 acres, growing classic Champagne grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Named after the roebuck deer that roam the Sussex countryside, the brand reflects a deep connection to the land.
Roebuck’s vineyards, planted on chalk, clay, and sandy soils, produce wines of elegance and complexity. The grapes are hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, u...

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Tasting Notes

This is an elegant sparkling wine, with enticing aromas of baked apples and citrus fruits, complemented by a subtle toasty character. Fine, delicate bubbles and a silky texture on the palate lead to a long, perfectly balanced finish.

Food Matches

Great as an aperitif wine, but also pairs well with Crab linguine, fresh oysters and goat’s cheese tart or a range of shellfish dishes.

Vinification

The 2018 growing season was exceptional, with ideal conditions during flowering and fruit set, followed by a sunny, dry summer that yielded a bountiful crop of high-quality fruit with excellent balance and flavour. Warm, clear days and cool nights in September were key to preserving the grapes' natural acidity. Harvest began in early September, with large yields of ripe bunches contributing to what is widely regarded as one of England’s finest vintages to date. For this flagship wine, only the highest-quality fruit is hand-selected. Partial fermentation in old Burgundian oak barrels enhances depth and complexity, while an extended bottle ageing of 36 months imparts richness and finesse.

Press Comments

Decanter Panel Tasting, July 2025, 92 points: "Orchard fruit, raspberry compote, caramel, poached pear. Bready, generous and expressive."

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