Sussex

Beneath the grass of the South Downs lies the same chalk as under the Champagne region. Eight stops show how English sparkling wine emerged from it, now holding its own on the international stage.

1Region & History1086 to today2Grape VarietiesThe Champagne Trio and Bacchus3Climate51 Degrees North4SoilsChalk Meets the Weald5GlasswareTulip, Not Flute6ProductionFrom Tirage to Disgorgement7TastingMousse and Bite8Wine & FoodLamb, Crab, Pudding