What to Eat with English Sparkling Wine
English sparkling wine has a natural affinity with food. Its freshness, fine bubbles and vibrant acidity bring lift, balance and elegance to the table, transforming even the simplest dishes into something memorable.
At Leonardslee Family Vineyards, our award-winning sparkling wines are shaped by the Sussex landscape. The cool climate preserves freshness and precision, while time spent ageing develops depth, texture and complexity. The result is a collection of wines that feel equally at home during a celebratory lunch, a relaxed supper with friends or an afternoon overlooking the vines.
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Food Pairing Should Feel Enjoyable, Not Complicated
While pairing principles can help guide choices, the best food and wine experiences are often the simplest. Great sparkling wine brings energy and elegance to the table, whether enjoyed with oysters, fish and chips or a beautifully prepared seasonal meal.
The aim is not perfection. It is balance, enjoyment and creating memorable moments around food, wine and company.
Blanc de Blancs 2020
Crafted from 100% Chardonnay and matured for 48 months, our Leonardslee Blanc de Blancs is defined by finesse, freshness and quiet complexity. Awarded 94 Points by both WineGB Awards 2025 and leading wine critics at Decanter, the wine reveals delicate brioche, ripe nectarine and citrus-led precision.
Decanter praised its “fine mousse and silky texture”, noting its elegant and harmonious finish.
Pair with
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Seared scallops
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Lobster or crab
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Sushi and sashimi
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Asparagus risotto
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Goat’s cheese
Its mineral freshness and refined texture make it beautifully suited to delicate seafood and lighter seasonal dishes.
Brut Reserve 2021
Awarded 96 Points, Gold Trophy and Best Sustainable Wine of Great Britain at the WineGB Awards 2025, our Brut Reserve brings remarkable depth and elegance to the table. Matured for 36 months, it balances vibrant acidity with layers of brioche, green apple and savoury complexity.
Decanter described the wine as “long, layered and toasty”, while WineGB praised its “succulent, umami-opulent palate.”
Pair with
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Roast chicken
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Mushroom risotto
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Smoked salmon
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Truffle fries
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Comté or Gruyère
Its freshness cuts beautifully through richness, making it especially suited to savoury, umami-led dishes.
Brut Rose 2021
Awarded 94 Points at the WineGB Awards 2025, this Brut Rosé combines vibrant berry character with freshness and finesse. Following the earliest harvest in Leonardslee’s history, the 2021 vintage delivered exceptional ripeness and purity of flavour.
Notes of wild strawberry, cherry, nougat and grapefruit are carried by a fine, soft mousse, while Decanter praised its “mouth-watering acidity” and “serious gastronomic feel”.
Pair with
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Charcuterie
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Tuna tartare
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Duck breast
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Summer salads
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Grilled prawns
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Raspberry desserts
Elegant yet expressive, Leonardslee Brut Rosé is perfectly suited to long lunches and relaxed seasonal entertaining.
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