Wenlock Cellars
Halfpenny Bacchus 70cl
Halfpenny Bacchus 70cl
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Delicate citrus zest and minerality with a blackcurrant twist. Crisp and refreshing alongside an intriguing complexity.
Serve
Pairs well with grilled fish, vegetable-based pasta, and rich poultry dishes. Great as an aperitif alongside nibbles.
Grape Variety
Bacchus
Style
Dry
10.5% ABV (contains sulphites)
THE VINEYARD
“It was my vision to create a vineyard on a par with continental sites. I am really proud of the quality of vines we grow today.”
Martin Vickers – Founder
The first ½ acre was planted in 1983 by Martin Vickers.
By 1991 a further 22 acres were added and today the vineyard totals almost 30 acres, making it one of the largest in the UK.
Halfpenny Green Wine Estate is situated 250ft above sea level in well-sheltered south facing slopes, with light, sandy free-draining soil.
THE GRAPES
The vines, spread over 30 acres, are comprised of sixteen different varieties, each producing a different grape.
Familiar varieties such as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir feature prominently, and are used in producing the Estate’s award-winning sparkling wines, amongst others.
Due to the cooler climate, a variety of weather-hardy grapes are also grown throughout the site, including varieties such as Bacchus, Huxelrebe, Madeleine Angevine, Regent, Rondo and Schönburger, to name a few. This means that, even with the Great British weather, the vines still have good yield and produce high quality grapes.
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