Cecilia, Alan Scott NV

I really, really wanted this wine to be named after the Simon & Garfunkel song but sadly I don't think it is....Not to worry though Allan Scott has been a part of the Marlborough winemaking scene since 1973 when he helped to plant the regions first vineyard.

Since 1990 he has had his own vineyard and winery in Marlborough, a family affair, where Cecilia is made. Sourced from three different vineyards, Cecilia is a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir made in the traditional method with the base wines seeing some barrel work and wild malolactic fermentation before being blended and put into bottle for a least 18 months.

Apple crumble on the nose, ripe cooked apples and hints of spice, nuts and vanilla. On the palate it is fresh and crisp with a pleasant yeasty character to it which sits well with the fresh apples, lemons and biscuit which are all wrapped up with a creamy mouthfeel. A solid and well made glass of bubbles which would be perfect for the sort of evening that will end up with dancing. The fun sort, the sort you might do to, say, Simon & Garfunkel....