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The wine...
Rebel
A cracking rosé using Essex-grown Pinot Noir grapes that are bursting with acidity and freshness. This wine is carefully crafted in the winery, with a minimal approach to additives, but a patient 18 months aging in French oak and on the lees, adding creaminess and a depth of flavour. A versatile rose that's refreshing yet powerful. Superbly enjoyed on a sunny afternoon, or at a classy dinner party.
The producer...
Blackbook
As an urban winery, Blackbook don't own a vineyard, so can choose the growers to buy fruit from. This has a distinct advantage in regions like England where different plots and vintages vary greatly. This approach also encourages experimentation - choosing new wines to make as required. Blackbook are also a big proponent of texture - regularly using French oak and lees contact across their range.
The region...
