West Sussex

**West Sussex** is a county in southern England and part of the country's celebrated cool-climate sparkling-wine scene, sitting on the chalk of the South Downs. **Wines & grapes** — The focus is on traditional-method sparkling wine from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, alongside some still whites. **Character** — A cool climate and chalky soils, geologically similar to those of Champagne, preserve the high acidity that gives these sparkling wines their crisp, fresh, mineral style. The county is home to several of England's best-known sparkling-wine producers.

Wines

• Blanc de Blancs — Nyetimber
• Classic Cuvée — Nyetimber
• Classic Cuvée Brut — Bolney Wine Estate
• Vintage Sparkling Rosé Brut — Blackdown Ridge