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Destemmed and crushed together, then left on skins for 5 days. Pressed to a mix of stainless steel, concrete, and Georgian qvevri. Aged for 8 months before bottling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElectric cherry colour with cranberry crunch and a slightly creamy, tangy twist. Bright, juicy acidity with a textured, mouth-watering finish. Best served chilled.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFarm-raised winemaker Ben Walgate brings a grounded, low-intervention approach inspired by early exposure to biodynamic Burgundy. Working with top Essex growers, he focuses on expressive, coastal English fruit handled with care and patience. 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Fermented with 60% whole bunches layered with 40% destemmed fruit. Semi-carbonic maceration for 3 weeks to enhance aromatics and texture. Pressed and aged in second-fill 500L Stockinger oak barrels and fibreglass vats for balance and purity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep cherry colour with dark fruit intensity. Notes of damson, ripe black cherry, and wild berries layered with savoury hints of leather and forest floor. Structured yet juicy, with present but fine tannins and a smooth, earthy finish. Best served at cellar temperature (14–18°C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted by Ben Walgate, this small-batch English natural red showcases a modern, low-intervention approach rooted in organic viticulture and traditional techniques. Sourced from top Essex sites with clay-rich, glacial soils, it reflects the depth and character of cool-climate English wine. 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