Vagabond Urban Winery, Pinot Noir Rosé, Surrey, England 2018

'I wanted to make a serious, interesting rose that was classically English,' says Gavin Monery. To ensure it was complex 'and not just pink', he fermented 60% of the the must in neutral barrels, leaving it for six months on lees. The resulting texture and creaminess offsets the naturally piercing acidity, meaning he didn't need to add residual sugar, which often makes rosés confected. An inviting strawberry yoghurt aroma carries on to rhubarb, guava and fresh green notes on the palate. Bone dry, with brisk acidity and good length. From a 12-year-old single vineyard in Surrey on chalk. 4,000 bottles made.