Cavendish £21.95

Cavendish

Cavendish £21.95

Ridgeview's Traditional Blend

Blend

Like the majority of Champagnes, Cavendish is a blend of all three varieties dominated by the red fruits of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

Tasting Note

A lovely golden straw colour and exceptionally fine bubbles. The nose is full with hints of red fruits. The pinot dominance brings depth and complexity to the palate with a long lasting finish, whilst the Chardonnay adds finesse and freshness. On early release the Cavendish is quite fruit focussed but will continue to develop more complex biscuit and bready characteristics over time.

Ageing

Drink now or age for two to three years.

Serving Suggestions

Wonderful accompaniment to white meats, seafood and canapés. The richness of the palate and the good acidity will compliment fatty or oily dishes such as lamb or smoked fish.

Awards

TROPHIES

UKVA Wine of the Year Competition 2002 & 2008 

South East Vineyards Competition 2004 

GOLD

UKVA Wine of the Year Competition 2002, 2008, & 2009 

South East Vineyards Competition 2004

SILVER

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2006

Decanter World Wine Awards 2009 & 2011

International Wine Challenge 2008 & 2011

UKVA Wine of the Year Competition 2006 & 2010 

Quotes

“Turn your attention to the delights of English Fizz, such as Ridgeview's fine Cuvée Merret Cavendish, whose creamy full-flavoured mousse and energisingly tangy acidity tastes as good as the real thing."
Anthony Rose, The Independent, July 2008

“Here’s one of England’s finest fizzes, with lovely freshness, lemony acidity and a bit of toasty richness. Quite complex and brilliantly balanced, this would convert any sceptic.”
Jamie Goode, Daily Express, 2010

“Comparatively inexpensive for an English fizz, especially from such a good producer, this pinot meunier-dominated blend is crisp, forward and refreshing.”
Tim Atkin, The Times, 2010

“Gorgeous yet restrained flavours of hazelnuts and brioche, the fruit of a big juicy baked apple and a soaring acidity that carries the tiny bubbles to every corner of your mouth."
Oz Clarke, Cavendish No.1 Best Fizz, Wine Buying Guide 2006

 

Price per bottle: £21.95

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