Quietly confident, beautifully expressive, shaped by time – Ridgeview Blanc de Blancs 2020 is a wine of elegance, complexity, and intent. A milestone vintage released in our 30th year, it captures the essence of Ridgeview’s quality, maturity and ambition. A limited edition for those who value excellence worth waiting for. A lesson in delayed gratification – with reward in every glass.
Ridgeview’s Blanc de Blancs sits outside our signature range – made only in exceptional years, in small volumes, from the finest handpicked Chardonnay grapes from our heritage home vineyard in Sussex.
“I’ve spent nearly half my life at Ridgeview” says Vineyard Manager Matt Strugnell, “and that harvest really stands out as a cracking year for growing grapes. The juice was so flavoursome, I remember thinking I could just fill a glass and drink it there and then.”
Delicately aged, it has rested on lees for four years, building texture and depth. Even then, it waited – spending five months on cork to gain a final layer of finesse and composure. A collector’s release: reserved for standout vintages, aged with care, and offered only when it’s truly ready.
Generous enough to enjoy now yet structured enough to cellar. A wine to gift, to share, or to set aside for a future celebration – the kind you’ll always remember.
2020 gave us some of the best fruit we’ve ever seen. Tasting the first juice from the press, we knew, instinctively, this was a Blanc de Blancs year. It was such clean, expressive Chardonnay. I even took a little bottle home for my boys to try – it was that good!
One variety. One vineyard. One vintage. This is a rare, focused expression of Ridgeview’s terroir – crafted with care and intention.
The Chardonnay vines in our founding vineyard were planted in 1995, making them among the most established in England. With age, they’ve settled into the rhythm of the land – their deep roots drawing complexity from the soils, their balance producing fruit with purity, concentration, and poise.
Decades of considered viticulture – from hand pruning to gentle canopy care – have shaped these vines into something truly expressive. The result? Fruit of exceptional character, with the structure, finesse and mineral clarity to define a wine like this.
Expect a bright core of citrus and orchard fruit, layered with lifted florals, subtle brioche, and a long, linear finish. A sparkling wine defined by precision, not excess – where every nuance reflects time, place, and purpose.
Shop Blanc de BlancsThe conditions really worked in our favour. Aside from one nervous moment with a May frost, there were no major challenges – everything developed beautifully. Flowering came around two weeks early, giving us well-developed bunches, consistent shoot growth and a homogenous crop. That early momentum carried right through, helping the fruit ripen evenly and build excellent complexity.
Time-honoured craft. Modern confidence. Ridgeview Blanc de Blancs 2020 is a bottle with meaning – not just for us, but for you.
“What’s really special about this vintage is how much it says about English wine and the quality that can be achieved,” says Simon Roberts. “It says so much about Ridgeview – a marker of our journey as grape growers and winemakers – and to be releasing it in our 30th year feels especially poignant. It’s a wine we’re really proud of, not just for what it represents, but for its quality and character – and it means a lot to finally release it and share it with others.”
Released in our 30th year, it marks a significant chapter in the English wine story – one that continues in the glasses of those who raise them.
Whether it’s shared at the table, opened for a milestone celebration, or tucked away to mark a future moment, this is a wine made for memorable moments.
Shop Blanc de BlancsI think this might be my favourite vintage ever. It’s a great example of an English Blanc de Blancs. Full of flavour and complexity, refined and elegant, with lots of citrus and tropical fruit notes. It’s not showy – just super pure and well-balanced. A wine that really speaks for itself.
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We hope you enjoyed the delicious Dr Will’s dressings included in your Spring case — the perfect partner to your Ridgeview moments! To keep the flavour flowing, here’s a 15% discount code to use on Dr Will’s products all year round: DRWILLS15
T&Cs: Valid year‑round for OurView members and redeemable multiple times.
Whether you’re heading to Covent Garden for a day of shopping or catching a performance, pause for something special this July at the Royal Opera House’s Piazza Restaurant and Terrace Bar. As an OurView member, enjoy a complimentary glass of Ridgeview Bloomsbury NV for you and up to three guests when dining from the à la carte menu, with one of London’s most iconic views. Did you know? Our Blanc de Blancs 2006 was crowned Best Global Sparkling Wine by Decanter in 2010 at the Royal Opera House itself. Today, Ridgeview is the only English sparkling wine poured there. Just show your OurView card to redeem. We recommend booking ahead.
T&Cs: Offer includes one complimentary glass of Ridgeview Bloomsbury NV for you and up to three guests (18 years+) – Offer valid from 4th – 27th July 2025, subject to availability – To redeem the offer, you must dine from the à la carte menu at the Royal Opera House Piazza Restaurant or Piazza Terrace – Booking & walk-ins: Reserve via the Royal Opera House website and pop your OurView number in the special requests box. Whether booked or walking in, just show your OurView card to claim the offer – You must be an active OurView member (with a current Direct Debit Mandate or pre-paid annual membership) – One use per visit. Multiple member cards cannot be combined for additional glasses – Glasses cannot be exchanged for other Ridgeview wines unless agreed with staff on the day – Not valid in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.
Piglets Pantry crafts premium, handmade bakery delights with love. From award-winning afternoon teas and savoury pastries to irresistible cakes, their treats are made with responsibly sourced UK ingredients wherever possible — ensuring exceptional quality in every bite. You can even send a Ridgeview Afternoon Tea for 2, filled with delectable sweet and savoury treats that will satisfy your cravings. Enjoy 20% off with code: WINECLUB20
T&Cs: Valid year‑round for OurView members and redeemable multiple times.
We have teamed up with The Gingerman Group to offer you and up to 3 guests a complimentary glass of Bloomsbury NV with a table reservation at one of their 4 restaurants. The Gingerman Group started in 1998 with its flagship Brighton restaurant The Gingerman and now have 3 more restaurants including The Ginger Fox, Ginger Pig and The Flint House and are widely considered to be amongst the best restaurants in Brighton. Simply email [email protected] with your reservation details. Your wine club manager will make the reservation on your behalf and send you the email confirmation.
T&C’S – One glass of Ridgeview Bloomsbury NV for OurView member and up to 3 guests – You must have an active OurView membership – OurView members can only redeem the offer through emailing [email protected] to make the table reservation – 3 days notice is required to make your booking with the restaurant – This offer is not redeemable for direct reservations or for walk-ins – Offer available 7 days a week, available at all Ginger Group Restaurants including: Gingerman Restaurant (Brighton), The Ginger Pig (Hove), The Ginger Fox (Hassocks) and The Flint House (Brighton).
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