Westwell Pelegrim

Rich and toasty sparkling wine with some citrus and honeyed notes on the pallete. A lovely balance of sweet and sour between the acidity and richness. The wine is enriched with reserve wines from prior vintages and is aged for 36 months on lees to give it more depth and lovely biscuity aromas. A hidden gem of English Sparkling wines that's easily on par with a good Champagne.

Pelegrim means Pilgrim in middle English and recognises those walking Pilgrim’s Way above the vineyard for centuries on their final leg to Canterbury.

Westwell Wine Estate, a south-facing slope on chalk soil in the Kent Downs planted with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Ortega. Adrian Pike purchased Westwell Estate in 2017 and is joined by viticulturist Marcus Goodwin who was at Davenport Vineyards for over 20 years.<br>With their first year spent getting used to new surroundings, Westwell took things a little more experimental in 2017, and then further still in 2018. Opting to reduce the sprays from 4 times a year, to 2 times a year to, in 2019 only once a year (in Spring) he is working practically organically. They will not be certified, as this is just too much of a risk in such a marginal climate, but will always opt for the most sustainable option.

Origin: Canterbury, England
Vintage: NV
Grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Food pairings: Oysters, Smoked Salmon, Soft Cheeses, Roasted Chicken or Turkey
Bottle size: 75cl
ABV: 11%