English White Wines
Balfour Hush Heath Skye’s Blend 2018
Unoaked and crisp, green apple, hawthorn and citrus harmoniously mingle
Named after the Producer’s eldest daughter. The grapes were hand picked in September 2017and underwent cool fermentation at 14°C to 16°C in stainless steel with selected yeasts to encourage an aromatic, fresh and fruit forward style of wine. It spends approximately six months on its lees in tank, contributing softness and body. Appearance: Pale white gold with green highlights. Nose: Gently aromatic and fresh, displaying hawthorn, white flowers, apricot and dried herbs. Palate: Un-oaked and dry with a refreshing backbone of English acidity. Citrus, ripe apple and stone fruits predominate. A vinous and well-structured wine, with a crisp, clean finish.
Balfour were one of the first estates we visited once the idea of setting up Grape Britannia started to become…