The latest wine from Brighton-based low intervention nomadic winemaker, Vindemiate. Conventionally grown Bacchus grapes were destemmed directly to earthenware coralie where skin contact fermentation with wild yeast followed for 30 days. Fermentation was finished in a blend of oak and stainless steel, before 18 months post fermentation ageing on lees. Bottled unfiltered and unfined with a minimal sulphur addition. Bright amber in colour, this still skin contact Bacchus has a slight haze due to its lack of fining and filtration. It displays vibrant aromas of apricot and peach along with a hint of baked red apple and almond on the nose. These elements persist but are intermixed on the palate with fresh grapefruit zest and honey, notes of white pepper, pine resin and just a touch of cream are present on the finish. Balanced, rich and savoury it exhibits light tannins and rounded soft acidity, making it very approachable, both for food pairings and as a stand alone wine. Great paired with roasted poultry, cheeses and salted nuts.
 
Vegan.
 
Essex, England.
 
11.5% ABV. 750ml.