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Nyetimber’s Blanc de Blancs Wins IWC’s Top Sparkling, First Ever for Non-Champagne

The International Wine Challenge’s decision is touted as proof that English fizz now competes at the highest level.

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Nyetimber has been producing its Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine since 1992

Overview

  • The 2016 magnum triumphed over four Champagnes on the shortlist, including Le Clos Lanson Blanc de Blancs 2010.
  • Nyetimber’s head winemaker, Cherie Spriggs, was named Sparkling Winemaker of the Year for a second time after first winning in 2018.
  • Nyetimber also took the IWC English Sparkling trophy in the same awards.
  • Judges praised the wine as a “time capsule” with citrus zest, camomile and a chalky finish; the magnum is 100% Chardonnay and priced at about £130.
  • The win reinforces a broader surge for English sparkling after recent top honors at the Decanter World Wine Awards and the London Wine Fair.