{"title":"Breaky Bottom | East Sussex","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Sheep roaming in the Breaky Bottom pastures\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/CollectionBanner_55c26d9e-39f5-47cc-8056-fa3761f0362e.jpg?v=1680707611\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eTucked away in a deeply secluded, dry chalk valley just two miles from the English Channel, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"92\"\u003eBreaky Bottom\u003c\/b\u003e is a true jewel of the South Downs in East Sussex. The name itself is steeped in local heritage - with 'Bottom' being traditional Sussex vernacular for a chalk valley - and the site even holds a mention in the historic Domesday Book. This unique, sheltered landscape provides a flawless maritime climate for viticulture, allowing the vines to thrive while protected from the harshest coastal elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe estate focuses entirely on traditional method sparkling wines of exceptional quality. Alongside classic Champagne grape varieties, the vineyard is famous for its pioneering use of Seyval Blanc, which was first planted here back in 1974. To achieve their renowned textural finesse and myriad of deeply complex flavours, the wines undergo remarkably patient cellaring, spending up to seven years ageing on their lees before release. Every wine made is from a single vintage, resulting in just two highly focused cuvées each year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe story of the estate is completely inseparable from its legendary founder, the late Peter Hall. Widely remembered as the father of the contemporary English wine scene, he first recognised the potential of the run-down farm in the 1970s and built a lifelong legacy of careful, kid-glove vineyard husbandry. In a beautiful and lasting tribute, each cuvée is dedicated to a friend or family member of special importance to him. Following his passing in 2025, his pioneering spirit and highly personal winemaking approach continue to be celebrated, with his family now proudly managing the estate to ensure his remarkable legacy lives on in every bottle poured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBREAKY BOTTOM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"breaky-bottom-cuvee-michelle-moreau-brut-2014","title":"Breaky Bottom Cuvee Michelle Moreau Brut 2014","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eWhen it comes to brilliant domestic winemaking, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"48\"\u003eBreaky Bottom\u003c\/b\u003e is an absolute trailblazer. Tucked away in a secluded chalk valley in Sussex, the late, pioneering winemaker Peter Hall built a legacy by dedicating his very small-batch releases to the friends and family who shaped his life. This stunning 2014 traditional method sparkling wine is the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"60\"\u003eCuvee Michelle Moreau\u003c\/b\u003e, named in honour of a close, long-time family friend who also happened to be the sister of the legendary French actress Jeanne Moreau. The wine itself is just as characterful and uplifting as the story behind it. Patiently rested in the cellars for years before release, that extended ageing is the secret behind its remarkably complex and luxurious style. Pouring a gorgeous pale gold, the first sip delivers an incredibly vibrant hit of crisp green apple and zesty citrus. Because it has spent so much time developing, those fresh orchard fruits are beautifully wrapped up in rich, mouth-watering notes of freshly baked pastry, toasted almonds, and a touch of honey. It is an intensely elegant, finely tuned wine with a delicate, persistent bubble that dances brilliantly on the palate. Perfect for celebrating a major milestone, this highly personal \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003eSussex sparkling wine\u003c\/b\u003e stands as a wonderful tribute to Peter Hall's mastery of balance and depth.[#intro]\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA beautifully aged, complex Sussex sparkling wine honouring the legacy of a cherished family friend...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Breaky Bottom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58258022334845,"sku":"A14BREAKYBOTTOMCMM","price":49.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/MMBottle.jpg?v=1780833803"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/Collection_Image_2a468351-2767-4239-98bc-d041bc8f66cd.jpg?v=1680707814","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/breaky-bottom.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}