Hattingley Valley, Still Rosé, Hampshire, England, United Kingdom 2021

A blend of Pinot Noir Précoce (a mutation of Pinot Noir), Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, this rose was cool-fermented in tanks and lightly filtered to retain freshness. A perfumed nose of red cherry candy, strawberry and a hint of dried rose petal. More red summer berries and grapefruit on the palate, lifted by crisp acidity. Red apple peel and a pinch of white pepper on the mid-palate, followed by a moreish, umami finish. A delicate food charmer produced in a challenging year.