4 of the Best British Ciders v3 v2 - 11-21

Cidentro, Gospel Green, Once Upon A Tree, Tinston

4 of the Best British Ciders Case

Name: 4 of the Best British Ciders Case
SKU: 3240
Price: 60.00 GBP
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Gospel Green Rosé 2017 75cl

A really innovative cider made from a blend of 20% cooking and 80% dessert apples with a dosage of Pinot Noir. Cellar-aged for a minimum of 12 months, this cider uses the same production technique as Champagne – indeed, Gospel Green is the only cidermaker whose ciders are analysed by the IOC in Epernay, in Champagne – and it very much reflects the Gospel Green house style of finesse and subtlety.

“Gospel Green Rosé is the finest bottle fermented ‘cyder’ in the UK. A very small addition of Pinot Noir is added to the top quality English apple juice and then it is fermented to make an elite fizz. This is one of our country’s greatest drinks!” Matthew Jukes, Daily Mail

Cidentro Still 2018 75cl

An exclusive dry, still vintage cider from the finest English cider apples using 100% freshly pressed juice, it’s matured for 6 months for flavours to fully develop, giving an elegance of style and depth of character which can be enjoyed in the same way as wine.

Cidentro Lightly Sparkling Cider is gluten free, vegetarian and vegan friendly.

Tinston Anatomy Sparkling 2017 75cl

Made from 100% freshly-pressed Bramley apple juice. After a primary alcoholic fermentation, it’s left on its natural yeast lees to develop body and complexity, after which it’s naturally settled and minimally filtered. After bottling, it undergoes a secondary fermentation that creates the natural fizz. However, the real magic is the in-bottle on-the-lees ageing which Anatomy undergoes for 12 to 24 months. The length of ageing adds layers of complexity and flavour to create a true stand-out cider with a style that’s akin to a top quality champagne grape wine.

Once Upon A Tree Blenheim Superb Ice Cider 2019 37.5cl

The juice of handpicked, late harvested apples from the company’s Dragon Orchard is frozen and gently thawed in a process of cryo-concentration. This involves the first third of the thawed juice bing tapped off and used to make the cider, the remaining water, as ice, is discarded. This concentrated juice is fermented using Champagne-style yeast to 7% ABV, which takes 3 to 4 months.

Dragon Orchard is located in the heart of apple growing countryside in Herefordshire and has been in the family since 1887. It benefits from fertile Herefordshire clay and loam soils and is protected from harsh winds by the surrounding hills. It’s an accredited LEAF farm (Linking Environment and Farming) and the farmhouse has been awarded for its sustainability.

Tasting Notes

Gospel Green Rosé 2017 75cl

The dosage of Pinot Noir creates aromatics of wild strawberry and hedgerow berries with a hint of floral rosehip. A delicate sparkling rosé cider with a touch of baked apple and a smooth, rounded finish.

Cidentro Still Cider 2018 75cl

Yellow gold, vibrant and clear. Aromas of hay, flavours of apple and a winning combination of richness and crisp apple-tartness delivering a lasting finish.

Tinston Anatomy Sparkling 2017 75cl

Often enjoyed in a flute glass with light canapés, but a great pairing with fresh fish dishes. The bubbles and crisp acidity balance well with the freshness of a simple smoked salmon or some mackerel pâté.

Once Upon A Tree Blenheim Superb Ice Cider 2019 37.5cl

A tart apple and honey nose with just a hint of spice. The viscous palate has concentrated flavours of apple, apricot, honey and spiced orange with incredible length to the finish. Intensely sweet, but perfectly balancing acidity to give a refreshing finish. Perfect partnered with citrus desserts and with soft, creamy and blue cheeses.

Food Pairing

Gospel Green Rosé 2017 75cl

Goes just as well with both fish and duck as much as with red fruits and desserts.

Cidentro Still Cider 2018 75cl

Cheese: baked Camembert, English Cheddar, Roquefort Blue. Savoury: wild mushroom Stroganoff, Spanish paella, bacon cheese burger. Sweet: apple tarte tatin, banana bread. Regional speciality: Long Clawson Blue Stilton.

Tinston Anatomy Sparkling 2017 75cl

A great tipple that can be drunk in its own right on its own, or wonderful with a mixed green salad topped with crumbled feta cheese.

Once Upon A Tree Blenheim Superb Ice Cider 2019 37.5cl

A wonderful treat with apple and pear desserts – tart tatin is divine, this is a cider that’s equally at home as a stunning accompaniment to pâtés and liver starters, or strong mature cheddar, and classic Colton Basset Blue Stilton or Yorkshire Blue.