Blanc de Blancs 2018
Blanc de Blancs 2018
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Artelium — Blanc de Blancs 2018
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Artelium
Artelium is an English wine producer founded by Julie Bretland and Mark Collins with the vision to craft exceptional wines while promoting art and craftsmanship. The winery sees itself not only as a winemaking business, but as a place where creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration come together. The couple has joined forces with well-known winemakers Dermot Sugrue and Owen Elias to bring their vision to life, with a focus on producing outstanding still and sparkling wines that reflect the character of each vintage and each vineyard parcel.
Artelium’s philosophy is defined by an innovative approach that values the freedom of England’s wine regions, unrestrained by the traditional rules of the Old World. This allows the winemakers to develop forward-looking wine styles and fully unleash their creativity. The winery grows classic grape varieties such as Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, as well as PIWI varieties (fungus-resistant vines) to meet its commitment to sustainability. In addition to wine production, Artelium is also a cultural hub, offering art exhibitions, wine seminars, workshops, and other events to bring the community together and celebrate the connection between wine and art.
Artelium’s terroir spans two vineyards in Sussex. The larger Madehurst Vineyard covers 45 acres and is located within the South Downs National Park. This site is rich in chalky soils, which are ideal for producing high-quality sparkling wines. Planting took place in 2019 and 2020, and the first vintage was produced in 2022. The Streat Vineyard extends across 20 acres with clay soils and a similar variety of grape types. These two locations offer different growing conditions, giving the winemakers the opportunity to create expressive wines that reflect the character of each vineyard. Artelium uses a blend of Champagne, Burgundy, and Alsace clones to create both still and sparkling wines with a unique character.
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The Blanc de Blancs from the Winery Artelium is made exclusively from Chardonnay. On the nose, it shows fine aromas of citrus fruits, green apple, and delicate white blossoms. On the palate, it is precise and elegant, with creamy bubbles and a long, mineral finish.


Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier
Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier complement each other particularly well in sparkling wine blends: Chardonnay often contributes citrus, apple and floral notes, precise acidity and a linear structure. Pinot Meunier adds juicy apple and pear fruit, fullness and a softer texture, without necessarily being low in acidity. Together, they create a balanced interplay of freshness and rounded body. Chardonnay can support long-term development; Pinot Meunier often makes the fruit accessible early, but can also contribute to ageing complexity.
This combination is particularly well established in Champagne, as well as in other regions using traditional bottle fermentation. When made as a white wine, the blend is usually pale yellow to golden in colour, with little noticeable tannin and, depending on the production method, fine bubbles. The style ranges from fruit-forward and approachable to mature versions shaped by extended lees ageing, with brioche notes. They pair well with fish, white meat or mild vegetable dishes.
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