Description

Solstice is a striking expression of Danbury Ridge’s dedication to crafting distinctive wines. While renowned for their still wines, this sparkling project has been quietly evolving since the estate’s first harvest—bringing the intensity and precision of still winemaking into the sparkling realm.

A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, Solstice 1st Edition is built around the 2019 vintage, with 75% of the wine undergoing up to six months’ fermentation in oak barrels—mostly neutral, with a touch of new oak for added texture. The remaining 25% comes from a foudre-aged solera of reserve wines from 2018 to 2020, introducing further depth and complexity.

The dosage liqueur, aged in oak barrels and described by winemaker Liam Idzikowski as “tasting like PX”, brings a hint of maturity and sweetness without overwhelming the wine’s fresh core.

The result is radiant and expressive, with flavours of apricot, blood orange, orange blossom and toasted almonds. A subtle oxidative edge and tightly wound acidity balance the wine’s generous mouthfeel.

Solstice isn’t your typical aperitif-style sparkling—it’s a textured, character-driven wine designed for those who seek something more refined and distinctive in their glass.