Delamere Vineyards Blanc de Blancs Vintage 2018 [JH 96]

100% chardonnay with a minimum of six years' tirage, first disgorgement August '25, 5g/L dosage. Light straw in the glass with a fine, energetic bead and mousse. Aromas of baked apple, lemon, grapefruit and white peach with hints of freshly baked brioche, crushed sea shells, meadow flowers, shortbread biscuits and gentle spice. As is always the case with Delamere wines, there's a pitch-perfect focus and a long draw of flavour as the wine retreats. The end point is dry, daubed with umami and downright delicious. 96 points.

Dave Brookes

Published 03 March 2026