Pinot Meunier
Pinot Meunier
Often the quiet third grape in Champagne blends, Pinot Meunier is finally getting some solo attention—and it’s about time. Fruity, floral, and forward, it brings lift, charm, and early drinking appeal to sparkling wines. In the right hands, it also makes characterful still reds with juicy red fruit and a soft, supple texture. Less famous than Pinot Noir or Chardonnay, but no less essential. Meunier might just be Champagne’s best-kept secret.
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Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot NoirABV: 12%Style: Rich Complex SparklingLebeau-Batiste Brut Tradition is a beautifully crafted grower Champagne, aged on its lees for over two and a half years to build complexity and depth. The blend also includes 20% reserve wines from previous standout vintages – a hallmark of quality that adds richness rarely found in non-vintage Champagne. Taste Pale gold in the glass with fine, pearlescent bubbles, this wine opens with inviting aromas of white berries, citrus peel and warm almond croissants. The palate is rounded and generous, lRegular Price£29.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£23.96
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Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, Pinot NoirABV: 12%Style: Rich Complex SparklingLebeau-Batiste Brut Tradition is a beautifully crafted grower Champagne, aged on its lees for over two and a half years to build complexity and depth. The blend also includes 20% reserve wines from previous standout vintages – a hallmark of quality that adds richness rarely found in non-vintage Champagne. Taste Pale gold in the glass with fine, pearlescent bubbles, this wine opens with inviting aromas of white berries, citrus peel and warm almond croissants. The palate is rounded and generous, lRegular Price£29.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£23.96 -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot MeunierABV: 12%Style: Rich Complex SparklingThe Lebeau-Batiste Cuvée Millésimé 2021 hails from the small but characterful 2021 vintage. A traditional blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, it was aged in bottle for three years after fermentation before release. Now with additional bottle age, it stands as a fine example of the estate’s precision and style. Vivino Rating 4.2 (Jun 2025) Blend: 50% Chardonnay -30% Pinot Noir - 20% Meunier Taste Powerful yet refined, this vintage Champagne opens with a layered mix of red and whitRegular Price£49.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£39.96 -
Country: England, SussexGrapes: Pinot Noir, Pinot MeunierABV: 12%Style: Fresh Fruity SparklingBronze Medal - DWWA.The growing season started well in the spring with an early budburst followed by dry, sunny weather in May and June. The vines were able to bask in a long, relatively warm ripening period throughout the summer and autumn months. Picking commenced at the start of October and the grapes benefited from a longer than usual hangtime resulting in an excellent quality harvest. Wine Press Reviews Bronze Medal - Decanter World Wine Awards 2023 "Nicely restrained aromatic soft herbs anRegular Price£42.15Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£33.72 -
Country: England, KentGrapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot MeunierABV: 12%Style: Crisp Classic SparklingFolc English Sparkling Rosé marks an exciting new chapter for Folc, made under a négociant model that sources top fruit from leading vineyards across southern England. Using the classic Champagne grapes – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier – it’s crafted by the traditional method and aged 23 months on lees. Bright, precise and refined, this is a modern English sparkling with real freshness and depth. Taste Cherry pip and dried flowers meet fresh strawberry jam on the nose, while the palateRegular Price£34.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£27.96 -
Country: England, KentGrapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot MeunierABV: 12%Style: Crisp Classic SparklingDomaine Evremond Classic Cuvee Edition 1 NV offers a harmonious balance of citrus, orchard, and pastry notes, underscored by a fine creamy mousse and saline minerality. Produced by a remarkable Franco-British team - Taittinger and Hatch Mansfield - it is already decorated with high critic scores. This wine is an elegant tribute to both tradition and innovation in English sparkling winemaking. TasteA fine and elegant mousse carries concentrated flavours of lemon, green apple, rich tarte au citronRegular Price£59.65Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£47.72 -
Country: France, ChampagneGrapes: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot MeunierABV: 12.5%Style: Rich Complex Sparkling96 Points - Cameron Douglas, MS. Ayala Brut Majeur NV is the house’s signature non-vintage Champagne, highly rated and excellent value. Predominantly Chardonnay with a touch of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, it delivers bright citrus, green apple, and subtle brioche notes. Ideal as an aperitif, with fresh seafood, light poultry, or simply to enjoy with friends — a Champagne you’ll reach for again and again. Taste The nose shows green apple, pear, lemon zest, and gentle floral hints. On the palateRegular Price£42.95Christmas Offer - 20% OFF£34.36 -
Country: England, KentGrapes: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot MeunierABV: 12%Style: Crisp Classic SparklingSpecial Case Offer: Take 6, Pay for 5 – Whilst Stocks Last. Folc English Sparkling Rosé marks an exciting new chapter for Folc, made under a négociant model that sources top fruit from leading vineyards across southern England. Using the classic Champagne grapes – Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier – it’s crafted by the traditional method and aged 23 months on lees. Bright, precise and refined, this is a modern English sparkling with real freshness and depth. Taste Cherry pip and dried floRegular Price£174.75Fine Wine Case Offer - 15% OFF£148.54
