Gusbourne Brut Rose 2016

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Vintage
2016

Size
750ML

ABV
12%

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Winemaker Notes

Delicate, pale and light pink in appearance, the nose brims with more intense aromas of soft summer berries, wild strawberry and developed fresh pastry notes. There is a floral character to this wine, which combines beautifully with the soft red fruits, cranberry and ripe cherries, on the palate. A vibrant citrus streak appears on the finish which is persistent, tightly driven and focused.

Blend: 60% Pinot Noir, 39% Chardonnay, 1% Pinot Meunier

Professional Ratings

  • 94
    The creamy, ripe freshness of Red Delicious apple flesh is gentle and pure on the wine's nose. That lovely bright, creamy mellowness carries seamlessly onto the palate, where the creamy foam smooths and bubbles over everything in still youthful exuberance. There is roundness in that body, curve and sinuousness, but the finish is pristine, linear, taut and dry. Lovely.
  • 93

    Generous fruit on the nose. Creamy palate with delicious strawberry and raspberry flavours. Savoury note on the long finish.

  • 90

    Disgorged in October 2020, Gusbourne's 2016 Brut Rosé is showing very nicely, unfurling in the glass with a youthfully reserved nose of ripe apples, mandarin, red berries and peony. Medium to full-bodied, seamless and complete, with tangy acids, fine concentration and a pearly mousse, it's tightly wound after its recent disgorgement, but it's evidently a very fine bottle in the making. Rating :90+

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Gusbourne

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Gusbourne, British
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Gusbourne takes its name from John de Goosebourne, owner of the estate back in 1410 when it bordered the sea in the South East of England. In 2004 our founder Dr Andrew Weeber planted the first vines with a clear vision and a single goal: to create English Sparkling Wines that would stand up alongside the very finest offerings from across the globe.

Focusing on just the classic grape varieties of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, all the grapes used in our winemaking are sourced solely from Gusbourne vineyards, and we only make Vintage wines. Though England is very much cool climate territory, in relative terms our vineyards benefit from an exceptionally warm and dry maritime climate, which enables us to achieve full ripeness every year – whilst still being classically fresh, our wines tend to display an extra level of roundness and approachability. Our vines are tended with great care and attention to the environment, using only organic fertilisers, whilst time and complexity are the name of the game in the winery, where 250-300 wines are made each vintage (some under wood), with our key Cuvées ending up being assemblages of up to 120 wines each.

Gusbourne is the only three-time winner of the International Wine & Spirits Challenge English Wine Producer of the Year, and we are the proud recipients of over 200 awards at international competitions - in 2019 alone we were awarded 23 gold medals and 8 trophies. Our wines are not in widespread distribution, but can be found in leading restaurants, top hotels and luxury department stores. They are also served in the Royal Households.

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What are the different types of sparkling rosé wine?

Rosé sparkling wines like Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and others make a fun and festive alternative to regular bubbles—but don’t snub these as not as important as their clear counterparts. Rosé Champagnes (i.e., those coming from the Champagne region of France) are made in the same basic way as regular Champagne, from the same grapes and the same region. Most other regions where sparkling wine is produced, and where red grape varieties also grow, also make a rosé version.

How is sparkling rosé wine made?

There are two main methods to make rosé sparkling wine. Typically, either white wine is blended with red wine to make a rosé base wine, or only red grapes are used but spend a short period of time on their skins (maceration) to make rosé colored juice before pressing and fermentation. In either case the base wine goes through a second fermentation (the one that makes the bubbles) through any of the various sparkling wine making methods.

What gives rosé Champagne and sparkling wine their color and bubbles?

The bubbles in sparkling wine are formed when the base wine undergoes a secondary fermentation, which traps carbon dioxide inside the bottle or fermentation vessel. During this stage, the yeast cells can absorb some of the wine’s color but for the most part, the pink hue remains.

How do you serve rosé sparkling wine?

Treat rosé sparkling wine as you would treat any Champagne, Prosecco, Cava, and other sparkling wine of comparable quality. For storing in any long-term sense, these should be kept at cellar temperature, about 55F. For serving, cool to about 40F to 50F. As for drinking, the best glasses have a stem and a flute or tulip shape to allow the bead (bubbles) and beautiful rosé hue to show.

How long do rosé Champagne and sparkling wine last?

Most rosé versions of Prosecco, Champagne, Cava or others around the “$20 and under” price point are intended for early consumption. Those made using the traditional method with extended cellar time before release (e.g., Champagne or Crémant) can typically improve with age. If you are unsure, definitely consult a wine professional for guidance.

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The limestone soils of England’s southern end have proven ideal for the production of British sparkling wine. While it might seem too damp and cold for grape growing in England, recent warm summers and the onset of global warming signify great future growth for the British wine industry.

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