{"product_id":"2020-sharpham-blanc-de-blancs","title":"2020 Sharpham Blanc de Blancs","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIAhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-end=\"52\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThese prices are offered due to the highly competitive positioning of the wines and represent exceptional value within the range. They are available strictly on a case basis—either as 6 bottles of sparkling wine or 12 bottles of still wine — from Sandridge Barton. However, flexibility remains for larger purchases, and orders can still be placed as a mixed selection of 12 bottles or more.\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-subtree=\"aimfl\" style=\"display: contents;\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-subtree=\"aimfl\" style=\"display: contents;\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-subtree=\"aimfl\" style=\"display: contents;\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eThe \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eSharpham Blanc de Blancs 2020\u003c\/strong\u003e (now officially under the \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eSandridge Barton\u003c\/strong\u003e label) is a sophisticated English sparkling wine that represents the pinnacle of Chardonnay from their South Devon estate. Aged for 28 months on the lees, this traditional method fizz showcases the character of a particularly warm vintage. Its a great start to a fabulous bottle ! \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-sfc-pl=\"|[]\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ePop the cork and watch a \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003esuper fine, persistent mousse\u003c\/strong\u003e dance in the glass. It’s a beautiful \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003elight golden hue\u003c\/strong\u003e with bright clarity—exactly what you want to see when you're looking for elegance in a bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-sfc-pl=\"|[]\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eThis one is all about the \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eorchard floor and citrus groves\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the nose, expect a burst of \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003egreen apple\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003elemon zest\u003c\/strong\u003e followed by more indulgent notes of \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003etoasted brioche\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003efreshly baked bread\u003c\/strong\u003e from time on the lees (see below) . There’s a subtle \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003echalky minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e here too that keeps things very \"grown-up\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBBAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-sfc-pl=\"|[]\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eDangerously delicious! It hits you with a \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003efresh, linear acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003esoft, creamy mousse\u003c\/strong\u003e. The fruit profile echoes the nose with \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ecrisp apple\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003ecitrus\u003c\/strong\u003e, but there’s a lovely \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003esavoury depth\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003enutty complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e underneath. It finishes clean, dry, and with a refreshing \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003esaline \"briny\" note\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Fsg96\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"otQkpb\" aria-level=\"3\" role=\"heading\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eFood Pairing Suggestions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eThe Grape Wizard loves a wine that can handle a bit of \"gastronomic magic\". This Blanc de Blancs is perfect for:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"KsbFXc U6u95\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eSeafood Classics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Freshly shucked \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eoysters\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003escallop crudo\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003egrilled langoustines\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAB\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eThe \"Wizard\" Choice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Try it with \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eFish and Chips\u003c\/strong\u003e—the high acidity slices right through that batter and salt like a dream.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eNibbles \u0026amp; Cheese:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eTempura vegetables\u003c\/strong\u003e or shavings of \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eaged Parmigiano Reggiano\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"dF3vjf\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBhAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"T286Pc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eLight Mains:\u003c\/strong\u003e A delicate \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eprawn risotto\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003elemon butter sole\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong class=\"Yjhzub\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eGW Verdict:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eA surprising experience for this Devon sparkler. It’s got all the elegance and \"sexy bubbles\" you’d expect from a top-tier Blanc de Blancs but with a distinct English orchard personality. If you're looking for a discovery that stops you in your tracks, this is it.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cem class=\"eujQNb\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eGW INFO :  Lees are the dead yeast cells and grape residues (skins\/seeds) that remain after wine fermentation, often utilized to enhance flavor, texture, and aroma. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eujQNb\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Y3BBE\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAEIBxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"eujQNb\"\u003eLeaving these particles in contact with the wine—known as \u003cspan class=\"eujQNb\"\u003esur lie\u003c\/span\u003e aging—adds creamy, nutty, or bread-like notes and improves mouthfeel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sandridge Barton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56524713558340,"sku":null,"price":43.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/3058\/7716\/files\/SandridgeBartonBlancdeblanc2020..png?v=1773731094","url":"https:\/\/www.thegrapewizard.co.uk\/products\/2020-sharpham-blanc-de-blancs","provider":"The Grape Wizard and The Sommelier","version":"1.0","type":"link"}