Structure
Drinking window
Critic scores
No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.
In the glass
Aroma: orange blossom, citrus
Palate: citrus, sherbet
Highdown's traditionally made sparkling wine from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, grown on the chalk at Ferring. Well balanced, with orange blossom and citrus aromas carried through on the palate and a pleasing creaminess against a sherbet zing.
What it pairs with
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Fish and chips
Seaside vineyard, seaside dish; the sherbet zing cuts batter fat. -
Potted shrimps
Citrus and creaminess balance butter and sweet shellfish. -
Lemon drizzle cake
Orange blossom and citrus echo the cake without adding sweetness.
Facts
- Producer
- Highdown Vineyard · visiting guide
- Grapes
- Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- Oak
- Traditional method; no oak regime published
- ABV
- 12.0%
- Price
- GBP 26.50 at the vineyard
- Drinking window
- 0-6 from release
Frequently asked about Harvest Moonshine
What grapes are in Highdown Harvest Moonshine?
Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, grown at Highdown Vineyard on the Littlehampton Road at Ferring.
How is Highdown Harvest Moonshine made?
By the traditional method, with the second fermentation in bottle, which is what gives the fine mousse and creamy texture.
What does Highdown Harvest Moonshine taste like?
Well balanced, with aromas of orange blossom and citrus carried onto the palate, a pleasing creaminess and a delicious sherbet zing.