The aromatic lift of Bacchus with just enough Chardonnay to add texture and depth.
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Henners Gardner Street Classic 2023, Sussex
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Henners Gardner Street Classic 2023, Sussex
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Henners Gardner Street Classic Bacchus Chardonnay 2023 brings together two varieties that thrive in England's cool climate. Made from 90% Bacchus and 10% Chardonnay, it combines Bacchus' bright aromatics with the added texture and structure that a small proportion of barrel-fermented Chardonnay can provide.
Fresh and expressive, the wine offers aromas of elderflower and gooseberry alongside flavours of melon, white peach and orange. Notes of lime zest and white currant add brightness, while a gentle creaminess on the palate gives balance and length.
Gardner Street is the historic name of Henners' home village of Herstmonceux in East Sussex. The wine takes its name from the country lanes and traditional vineyard work that helped shape the estate's identity.
Fruit was sourced from vineyard partners in Essex and Kent, with each parcel harvested and fermented separately. Around 30% of the blend was fermented in neutral French oak barrels and underwent malolactic fermentation, while the remainder was fermented cool in stainless steel to preserve freshness and aromatic purity.
The result is a modern English white that retains all the freshness and floral character expected of Bacchus while adding an extra layer of texture and complexity from the Chardonnay component.
Food Pairing
Serve with pork tenderloin, hake in a butter sauce, vegetable lasagne or grilled fish. The wine's combination of bright acidity and gentle texture makes it a versatile partner for a wide range of dishes.
Quick Info
Bottle Size:
75cl
ABV:
12.5%
Blend:
Bacchus (85%), Chardonnay (15%)
Vintage:
2023
BIN:BTL-0287
Vegan:Yes
Vegetarian:Yes
Style:White Wine
Style:Fragrant & Expressive Whites
More Information
Bacchus
The colder climate in England gives Bacchus higher acidity and lower yields than when grown elsewhere. English Bacchus wines often fall somewhere between the typical French and New Zealand styles of Sauvignon Blanc, although there are examples at either end of the spectrum.
Collette studied Viticulture & Oenology at the UK’s prestigious Plumpton College and then worked in wineries in New Zealand, California and South Africa to hone her winemaking skills. When she joined Henners, Collette could immediately see the potential in Sussex for growing extraordinary winemaking grapes, particularly where the Henners hectares are nestled in the South Downs.
Sussex has a warm climate and soil types similar to Champagne. Champagne lies on the 49th parallel north while the Sussex Weald lies on the 51st parallel north. Sussex has many south-facing slopes, which are suitable for growing the grape varieties found in sparkling wine, such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.
