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The Story Behind the Glass: Nyetimber

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The Story Behind the Glass: Nyetimber


Every bottle has a backstory. In this series, we explore the names behind the wine, introducing you to the winemakers and producers who bring each vintage to life. In this blog, we focus on esteemed English sparkling wine producer Nyetimber, based in West Sussex.

When only the finest will do for Christmas, there’s one name that’s become synonymous with English sparkling wine: Nyetimber. Crafted with a vision to produce the finest English sparkling wines, Nyetimber’s award-winning range is made exclusively from estate-grown Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, harvested from vineyards across Sussex, Hampshire, and Kent. These vineyards share the same prized conditions as the world’s most renowned sparkling wine regions, producing grapes of exceptional quality and, in turn, wines of unmistakable finesse.

At the heart of Nyetimber’s artistry is award-winning Head Winemaker Cherie Spriggs, awarded Sparkling Winemaker of the Year this year for the second time, has held her role for almost 20 years. Cherie oversees every stage of the journey from vine to bottle, and her uncompromising attention to detail at every stage ensures consistency in every glass.


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The estate has a rich history, dating back almost a thousand years. It was first recorded in the Domesday Book as “Nitimbreha”, which is believed to refer to a newly timbered house or a small timber plantation. Its wine chapter began in 1988, when the first vines were planted.

Since then, Nyetimber has become a symbol of English winemaking excellence, with a trophy cabinet full of international awards and accolades. There’s no better way to celebrate this festive season than with a glass of Nyetimber.


Nyetimber ‘Classic Cuvee’, Sussex

Elevate your celebrations with this award-winning flagship English sparkling wine from Nyetimber. This signature wine is a classic blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, and is the perfect balance of elegance and intensity in your glass. Made using the traditional method, and aged for a minimum of three years on its lees, it’s wonderfully complex with flavours of toasted brioche, golden apple, honey, and sweet spice. You simply can’t go wrong with this exceptional sparkling!

Nyetimber Rosé, Sussex

Bring a touch of English sunshine to your celebrations with this textured and generous rosé. Made using the time-honoured traditional method, it’s a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, crafted by award-winning Head Winemaker Cherie Spriggs. Discover refreshing notes of redcurrant, raspberry, and cherry, with touches of shortbread and toasted brioche. It’s an excellent match for a salmon or shellfish starter, or you can enjoy it as an elegant apéritif.


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Nyetimber ‘Cuvee Chérie’ Demi-Sec, Sussex

A wine with many ‘firsts’. Named after Nyetimber’s skilled Head Winemaker, Cherie Spriggs, this superb sparkling demi-sec was the first of its kind in England. In 2018, Cherie was the first person outside of Champagne to be awarded Sparkling Winemaker of the Year, and the first woman to be awarded the accolade. The perfect festive apéritif, it’s delightfully crisp, citric, elegant, refreshing, and satisfyingly rich, with heady brioche aromas perfectly complementing the palate.

Nyetimber ‘Classic Cuvee’ Magnum, Sussex

The perfect centrepiece for your celebrations and special days, Nyetimber’s Classic Cuvee is at its finest when poured from a bigger bottle. Magnums are also ideal for ageing and maturing, making this a perfect bottle for gifting to someone special. Celebrate this festive season in style with your favourite Nyetimber Classic Cuvee in a magnum!




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