One of our ‘recommended’ wines, the 2014 Bacchus from Giffords Hall Vineyard is a delight for the senses. It has a very pale green colouring and brings a floral smell, with strong notes of elderflower and gooseberry. The taste is sweet and we found notes of honey, treacle and syrup, combined with fruity aromatic flavours that create a perfect balance. It’s a superb example of what is possible in East Anglia and a brilliant advert for Bacchus.
Giffords Hall Vineyard is found in Suffolk, close to the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds. The land has sandy/clay soil and the vines of Madeleine Angevine, Bacchus, Reichensteiner, Rondo, Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc were planted around 25 years ago.
This Bacchus has claimed local and national awards and thanks to its easy-drinking style, we predict it will become a favourite.