Breaky Bottom is a tiny, legendary wine estate nestled in the chalky South Downs, planted by owner Peter Hall in 1974, making it one of the oldest in the UK. The estate produces traditional method sparkling wines of exceptional quality and character, thanks to its unique terroir, kid-glove vineyard husbandry and careful winemaking with extended ageing on the lees and cork
"This is fine-textured, linear and pure. It has the incisive chalky acids of the Côte des Blancs and a style all its own, with notes of pristine orchard fruit, small red fruits and almond brioche. "
Chardonnay/Pinot Noir/Pinot Meunier
ABV 12.0%
Drink now 2021 - 2025
Cork
Dry
Vegan
“Subtle stoney aromas. The palate is stern and serious. A lean, classic style.' Joshua Castle; 'Fresh and intense lemon character. Focused wine, creamy and balanced with an elegant yeasty character.' Raphael Thierry; 'Tart, but in a good way, with lots of yeasty notes. White fruits and a long perfumed finish.' ”
Andres Ituarte (Great British Sparkling Wine Awards) - November 2021
It is thought that the Romans first introduced vines to England, however due to a combination of poor climate and the strong trading links with France and Italy (leading to a ready supply of wine), wine-making never really took off. Fast forward a few centuries and wine making is now a burgeoning industry because of improved wine making techniques and climate change.
