Burn Valley Vineyard Bacchus Fumé

The Allure

Sophisticated, unexpected, and beautifully complex. While standard English whites lean heavily into sharp, purely energetic styles, the vanguard looks to the Robinson sisters of North Norfolk for a completely reimagined expression. The Bacchus Fumé takes England’s signature aromatic grape and treats it with a masterfully integrated, smoky oak dimension. It is a stunningly clever, gastro focused white that swaps simple herbaceous notes for a rich, textured intellect designed for the adventurous epicurean.

Why It’s Exceptional

The Taste: A bright, pale gold pour that immediately signals its premium nature. The bouquet is a captivating evolution of the classic varietal, blending familiar aromas of elderflower and citrus zest with sophisticated layers of stone fruit, vanilla spice, and a distinctive, smoky nutty undertone. On the palate, it delivers a beautifully rounded, medium bodied experience where lush orchard fruit meets an energetic mineral spine and a creamy, lingering finish.

The Pedigree: 100% estate grown Bacchus sourced from low yielding, south facing blocks on the family’s North Creake farm. Benefiting from unique coastal microclimates and free draining flint over a solid chalk bedrock, this limited release transitions away from simple stainless steel. It is barrel fermented and patiently matured in fine oak to impart a stunningly mature, multi layered architectural profile.

The Ritual: A phenomenal food pairing showpiece tailored for serious dining. Serve it cellar cool (around 10–12°C) to allow its rich texture and complex smoky floral aromatics to fully unfurl. It acts as an elite companion to richer dishes that would overwhelm a standard white pairing flawlessly with pan fried scallops in garlic butter, smoked trout, creamy goat’s cheese tarts, or roasted pork belly.

The Details

The Maker: Laura Robinson / Burn Valley Vineyard

The Origin: North Norfolk, England

The Grape: 100% Bacchus

The Strength: 12.5% ABV (approx)

The Exclusivity: Small-Batch Barrel Fermentation, Coastal Chalk Terroir, Award-Winning Limited Release