Sparking Rose NV by Benjamin Bridge
If you didn't know Canada produces high quality sparkling wine, you do now.
This wine is from Nova Scotia, on the Canadian East Coast, where similar climatic conditions to the UK are perfect sparkling wine production. Long summer days with cool evenings allow flavours to fully develop whist retaining the high acidity that every good sparkling needs.
Whilst this is a traditional method style of sparkling wine, similar to Champagne, it contains an unusual local grape variety in L’Acadie Blanc, that adds further freshness and minerality to the final wine.
Flavour wise, you get some lovely apple and citrus, combining well with the mineral and saline backdrop. Whilst the Pinot Noir adds some subtle strawberry notes, and a lovely pale colour.
Why we choose it?
Something different - definitely. Something that tastes good - absolutely.
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Rose
If you're looking for a quality sparkling wine that stands out, this is for you. L’Acadie Blanc is a hybrid grape variety, from an entirely different species than most European grapes. Its neutral and non-aromatic, similar to Chardonnay, and highly acidic. It's ideal for traditional method sparkling's and adds a unique depth of minerality. And, fantastic value compared with the more prestigious sparkling regions.
Benjamin Bridge
Benjamin Bridge set out with a single vision - to craft exceptional sparkling wines with an undeniable mark of the Nova Scotia region. It's imperative that the ecosystem is prioritised, acheived through regenerative farming practise and and minimal intervention approach in the winery. Grapes and hand harvested, fermentation is wild, and maturation takes place in neutral concrete eggs to preserve every flavour of the fruit.