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Dorset wine region
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Chalk downland vineyards along the Jurassic Coast.
Cool, maritime vineyards in the south of England, best known for traditional-method sparkling wine from chalk soils like Champagne's.
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Notable producers in Dorset
- Langham Wine Estate
- Furleigh Estate
Official appellations
| Appellation | Status | Style | Grapes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Dorset wines are sold under the English Wine PDO, mainly sparkling. | PDO | Sparkling | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Meunier |
Dorset wines to try
Langham Wine Estate Culver Classic Cuvée
Dorset · Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Chalk-grown Dorset fizz, citrus, red apple and toasty depth with a long finish.
Food: Shellfish, fish pie, aged cheddar
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