Corofin Churton Vineyard Pinot Noir London The wine was then matured

The wine was then matured for approximately 6 months in these barrels prior to bottling

This very special vintage 2017 Methode Traditionnelle spent an incredible 60 months on lees (many big-brand Champagnes are only aged for 18 months) before being disgorged by hand in Spring 2020 - with only 4000 bottles produced

plus a touch of nutmeg bringing oaky warmth

however there is a refreshing minerality which ensures the wine remains tight and focused

The nose displays depth and elegance with subtle hints of sea shell and citrus

Corofin Churton Vineyard Pinot Noir London The wine was then maturedEast nor east orientation, 200 metres above sea level and spanning a ridge line between Marlboroughs Omaka and Waihopai Valleys. Captures the cool morning and warm daytime sunshine ideal for long, slow ripening. Soils are older and denser than neighbouring valley floor. Loess above a clay subsoil which, at deep levels, has good water holding capacity. Planting density 4,630 vines per ha. The Clod Block is one of 17 individual vineyard blocks planted