Sharpham Sparkling Reserve 2015 is one of the landmark wines produced by this pioneering Devon estate. Made using the traditional method from the original Sharpham vineyard overlooking the River Dart, it captures an important chapter in the story of English wine. A decade of ageing has brought remarkable complexity while preserving the freshness that has long been a hallmark of the estate.
Fine, persistent bubbles carry aromas of baked apple, lemon zest and white peach, complemented by notes of brioche, toasted almond and honey. The palate is creamy yet focused, balancing mature richness with bright acidity and a long, mineral finish.
Sharpham planted its first vines in 1981, making it one of the pioneers of the modern English wine industry. The original vineyard overlooking the River Dart produced a succession of acclaimed still and sparkling wines before being replanted in recent years as the estate entered a new chapter. Sparkling Reserve 2015 stands among the finest wines from that original site.
Made using the traditional method, the wine underwent a second fermentation in bottle before spending many years ageing on its lees. This slow maturation has developed layers of brioche, toasted nuts and pastry while allowing the fruit and natural acidity to remain beautifully defined.
Now with ten years of bottle age, Sharpham Sparkling Reserve 2015 offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a mature English sparkling wine from one of the country's most historic producers. It is drinking beautifully today, though it has the balance to continue evolving for several years yet.
Food Pairing
Serve as an aperitif or with oysters, scallops, lobster, smoked salmon or roast chicken. Its richness and freshness also make it an excellent partner for hard cheeses and dishes with buttery sauces.
Quick Info
Bottle Size:
75cl
ABV:
12%
Vintage:
2015
BIN:BTL-0254
Current Stock:5
Style:Sparkling & Champagne
Style:Sparkling Blend
More Information
Duncan Schwab, Sandridge Barton
Duncan Schwab has been making Sharpham wine for over 25 years. He became CEO when they moved to their new home at Sandridge Barton, Stoke Gabriel in 2022.
With over 40 years of history, Sharpham wines are the result of a happy marriage of soil, climate and grape variety. Ducan uses new world and traditional techniques to develop a unique regional character.
Devon's vineyards are situatued in the valleys and lowlands of south and east Devon. Mostly close to the rivers Exe, Teign and Dart.
The growing season is long, with sun and heat starting earlier and lasting longer than in many other English counties. This gives the grapes more time to ripen and more time to hang.
The grapes, most commonly Chardonnay, Pinot noir and Pinot meunier, are used to make several base wines that are assembled together to make Champagne, English Sparkling wine and other classic cuvée wines.
Champagne blends can also include Arbane, Petit Meslier, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris. Other appelations have rules about which grapes can be included.
