Vagabond Urban Winery, Pinot Noir, England 2019

'This wine shows that England can make some glorious Pinots – and not just for sparkling,' says winemaker Gavin Monery. Made in a Beaujolais style (destemmed whole berries in an open-top fermenter), from an established vineyard on the east Sussex/Surrey border, it is a true vin de soif – a perfect quaffer for late summer, served slightly chilled to enhance its vibrant freshness and zippy acidity. Eight months on lees has given nice creamy weight to broaden out the crunchy red cherry, sappy strawberry and floral-edged flavours. After bottling in August 2020 it will go on sale in September. Just 2,000 bottles will be made so get in quick. Expected price: £21.