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Litmus Wines
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Litmus Wines

The thrill of buying directly from the winery! It’s an experience that combines the excitement of discovery, the joy of connection and the satisfaction of supporting artisanal craftsmanship. Learning about the individual winery story, the passion and the dedication that goes into crafting each bottle and the unique characteristics of their wines. You stumble across hidden gems, limited release wines, experimental blends and special vintages. When you buy wine directly from the winery you’re helping to preserve traditional techniques, promote sustainable practices and ensure the continuation of family-owned wineries. Buying wine directly from the winery, either at cellar door or straight to your front door will leave you feeling inspired, connected and eager to discover more.

Denbies Wine Estate, Dorking, Surrey, RH5 6AA
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Coolhurst Lady Elizabeth Rose 2018 (6 Bottles) Horsham, West Sussex, England

£282.00
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Here it is! The great 2018 vintage has arrived, our fourth harvest of Lady Elizabeth Rosé. Heralded as one of the best English wine growing years where everything came together, certainly in the South East and particularly Sussex.

Our distinctive pale salmon colour sits alongside deliciously defined fruit. It’s the full gamut of citrus to peach with red fruit scintillation. This wine is built to last and will benefit from extended cork ageing, but nonetheless is also delicious right now and displays our trademark soft mousse and gentle acidity.

Coolhurst Papaiannou Chardonnay (6 Bottles) Horsham, West Sussex, England via Greece

£89.00
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NECTAR FROM A DIFFERENT HECTARE

Papaioannou Chardonnay from Nemea! Well knock me down with a sledgehammer. Wow!

This delicious organic Chardonnay from Greece, was our first ever guest producer. Another example of how this magnificent grape can taste different (again) in another climate or from a different terroir. This has enough ‘classic chard’ to please traditionalists, but real intrigue via lemon and mountain herb notes to interest the keenest of inquisitive palettes. From France this would be twice the price…..

Limited quantities, come and get it.

Little Waddon Col Fondo ‘Rosa’ Sparkling Pink 2022 (6 Bottles) Waddon, Dorset, England

£154.00
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This is our Little Waddon Vineyard sparkling pink Col Fondo ‘Rosa’ 2022 Col Fondo is an Italian ancestral method semi-sparkling wine made by creating a second fermentation in bottle ‘Con il Fondo’ translates literally as ‘with the bottom’ – meaning sediment or lees is present.

This is all part of the wine style and adds an interesting complexity and mouth feel
Part skin contact, hand de-stemmed and foot crushed single estate Phoenix and Seyval Blanc grapes grown here on our vineyard on the Jurassic Coast First wild fermentation, followed by malolactic fermentation, cold curing over winter, and then second fermentation in bottle

A low intervention wine giving frizzante ‘little bubbles’ Raspberry and apple hedgerow, a hint of nutmeg & brioche, well balanced acidity with an elderflower finish

Aldwick Estate Woodlands Oak Bacchus 2022 (6 Bottles) Bristol, Somerset, England

£120.00
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This limited-edition Bacchus, crafted by winemaker Dave Morris, is a true expression of elegance and complexity. Harvested in October 2022 and bottled in August 2023, it has been barrel-fermented and left unfiltered and unfined, resulting in a rich, medium-bodied wine.

On the nose, it reveals an enticing floral bouquet, underscored by delicate honeysuckle aromas. The palate is vibrant and layered, offering a harmony of tropical fruit, zesty grapefruit, and subtle oak nuances. The smooth texture and refined structure make it a delightful vegan-friendly choice.

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