Oriana Golden Spur Brut: English Sparkling Wine Rave Reviews from Top Wine Experts

Oriana Golden Spur Brut, the premium English sparkling wine from The Weyborne Estate, continues to captivate wine lovers and critics alike.

Celebrating the rolling hills and lush orchards of the English countryside, this luminous sparkling wine has been praised as mesmerising, rich, and elegantly expressive, a true standout in the world of English sparkling wines.

Matthew Jukes: “Utterly Mesmerised”

Renowned wine critic Matthew Jukes, writing for Vineyard, described Oriana Golden Spur as a “handsome sparkler” that exceeded expectations even as an early release.

With floral notes, rosehip hints, and precise acidity, Jukes highlighted its perfect balance and subtle oak integration, calling it “breathtaking” and a wine that truly honours the legacy of Oriana.

“It should not be this good, this early, but I was utterly mesmerised by this wine.” — Matthew Jukes

Jamie Goode: “Lovely Depth and Harmony”

Jamie Goode of Wine Anorak awarded the 2022 Oriana Golden Spur 93/100, noting its rich, oxidative style and refined blend of 46% Chardonnay, 53% Pinot Noir, and 1% Pinot Meunier.

Goode praised the wine’s notes of peach, ripe pear, baked apple, honey, and subtle nuttiness, calling it a harmonious, full-bodied English sparkling wine that perfectly evokes the warmth of the 2022 English summer.

“Lovely depth and richness to this wine, with a sense of harmony. Not typical of English sparkling, but with a nice personality.” — Jamie Goode

Tina Gellie for Decanter: A Soft, Youthful Expression

Tina Gellie, writing for Decanter, highlighted Oriana Golden Spur as a soft, youthful take on the estate’s signature style.

Bottled early to preserve freshness, this extra brut sparkling wine delivers delicate flavours of grilled lemon, crab apple, and apricot blossom, offering a vibrant and elegant introduction to the 2022 vintage.

“Golden Spur shows a soft, youthful side to flavours of grilled lemon, crab apple and apricot blossom.” — Tina Gellie

From mesmerising floral elegance to rich, harmonious depth, Oriana Golden Spur Brut showcases why The Weyborne Estate is at the forefront of English sparkling wine production.

Perfect for dinner parties, seafood pairings, chocolate indulgence, or enjoying on its own, each bottle tells a story of craftsmanship, place, and the romance of the South Downs.

Discover Oriana Golden Spur Brut today, the English sparkling wine critics are raving about.