Greyfriars
Greyfriars produces sparkling wines in Surrey, England, drawing on the region's cool-climate conditions and chalky soils. The winery's Cuvée Royale, a Chardonnay and Pinot Noir blend, represents its flagship expression, rated 92.0 by Decanter. The portfolio extends to a Rosé Reserve Brut built from Pinot Noir and a Blanc de Noirs, both rated 89.0 by the same critic. English sparkling wine has emerged as a serious category in recent years, with producers in the Southeast capitalizing on terroir comparable to Champagne. Greyfriars' focus on traditional méthode champenoise grapes—Chardonnay and Pinot Noir—reflects this alignment. The winery's wines demonstrate the precision and mineral character that define quality English sparkling production.
Critics
Decanter