Leonardslee Classic Cuvée, MV
Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate

Leonardslee Classic Cuvée, MV

£34.50

VINTAGE - Multi Vintage
VARIETALS - 48% Chardonnay, 46% Pinot Noir, 6% Pinot Meunier
REGION - England
ELEVATION - 89 metres
HARVEST METHOD - Hand-harvested
ANALYTICS;
Dosage: 9.0g/l
Alc % 11.85
pH 3.06
Acidity 7.1g/L

VINEYARD
The fruit is harvested from two vineyard sites, both sheltered, 
south facing slopes, 89 m.a.s.l with silty loam topsoil and silty 
clay loam subsoil. The vines are planted 2.1m x 1m in a north 
south row direction with a 6 wire VSP trellising system.

WINEMAKING
Crafted in the Leonardslee tradition of precision, elegance,
and site expression, this Multi-Vintage Classic Cuvée offers a
broader interpretation of our single-estate vineyard. While our
primary focus remains single-site, single-vintage wines that
capture the individuality of each growing season, our extensive
library of barrel-aged reserve wines has allowed us to create a
sparkling wine that reflects both place and house style. Driven
by Chardonnay for its finesse, purity, and exceptional ageing
potential, this cuvée blends seven carefully selected
components across four vintages. Recent vintages contribute
freshness, fruit, and vibrancy, while older reserve wines add
layered complexity, texture, and depth. After 24 months on
lees, the wine is already showing beautifully, balancing
youthful energy with developed sophistication. The final blend
is meticulously assembled to convey not only a 360º view of
estate but also the soul of Leonardslee—focused, precise, and
greater than the sum of its parts.

TASTING NOTES
Fresh and bright on the nose, this sparkling reveals inviting
aromas of lemon, pear, orange blossom, warm brioche, and
subtle nuttiness. Fine, soft, and delicate bubbles create an
elegant mousse, leading to a palate of remarkable length,
balance, and persistence. Mineral-driven with zesty Granny
Smith apple like acidity, it offers vibrant layers of berry, peach,
and grapefruit. Refined yet expressive, this Classic Cuvée
finishes with precision and freshness