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Lyme Bay Winery
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Lyme Bay Winery

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.

Shute, Axminster, Devon, EX13 7PW
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Simpsons Chalklands Classic Cuvée NV (6 Bottles) Canterbury, Kent, England

£190.00
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This flagship Simpsons’ sparkling wine previously won gold and “Best in Class” at the Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championships and celebrated its first Non-Vintage release in 2022. Chalklands Classic Cuvée epitomises English elegance, is pale gold in colour and exhibits fresh notes of crisp green apple balanced with nuances of flint.

Chalklands Classic Cuvée NV is currently being poured on board British Airways flights in Club World, marking another wonderful milestone in the Simpsons’ journey thus far.

Dropmore Ortega (6 Bottles) Burnham, Buckinghamshire, England

£114.00
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Soft rounded full dry white wine, aged in French oak barrels, produced from Ortega and Chardonnay grapes grown in Dropmore Vineyard. Delicate vanilla aromas with hints of butterscotch and honey, plenty of character. Good ageing potential.

Ortega is a lesser-known grape variety in the UK, but gaining in popularity among those who have ‘’discovered” it! Named after Spanish philosopher, Jose Ortega y Gaffet, Ortega is a cross between Muller-Thurgau and Siegerrebe grapes.

Chartham Rosé 2023 (6 Bottles) Canterbury, Kent, England

£108.00
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This still Rosé wine is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes hand-picked from our own estate in October.

It is light pink in colour with hints of pomegranates and red currants on the nose and the palate is crisp and refined, with flavours of red summer fruits.

Breaky Bottom Cuvée Noella Blanc de Noirs 2018 (6 Bottles) Lewes, East Sussex, England

£294.00
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This was the only year to produce sufficient black grapes to make a 100% Blanc de Noirs. A real ‘one-off’ with soft minerality and lovely autumn fruits.

Varietals: Pinot Noir and Meunier ABV: 12%

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