In 2006, winemaker Dermot Sugrue planted a small site at the foot of the South Downs in West Sussex, and named it Storrington Priory Vineyard. Seven years later, ‘The Trouble with Dreams’ from the 2009 vintage was released, rapidly gaining critical acclaim. The staggering quality of the next two vintages earned Sugrue South Downs a cult-like following, which grows to this day.

Type & Grape: Sparkling, Chardonnay & Pinot Noir

Origin: South Downs, England.

Tasting notes: Effortless ripeness, balance and poise – and the typical characteristics of this now firmly established wine style: precision, purity, drive and freshness, and a focussed textural balance that can only be achieved with fermentation in large, old Burgundian barrels.

Food Pairing: Seafood, light poultry, soft cheeses, aperitif.