Pilton Cider Pilton Cider
A refreshing keeved cider with juicy apple, candy, and red berry notes, balanced by a silky, smooth finish
Pilton Cider from Pilton, Somerset, England, crafts its original keeved cider, naturally medium in sweetness since 2010. This vegan and vegetarian cider is made using the artisan keeving method, involving low nutrients for an incomplete fermentation to retain natural fruity apple sweetness and promote complexity. It offers a juicy, fruit-forward aroma with notes of candy, toffee apple, and red berries. The palate reveals a silky smooth texture, with its inherent sweetness beautifully balanced by gentle tannins and a hint of bitterness, leading to a rounded finish. This refreshing cider pairs wonderfully with charcuterie.
75.0CL , 4.3% ABV , Vintage: 2023
Vinification
The keeving method utilises low nutrients for an incomplete fermentation, thus retaining natural fruity apple sweetness. Long slow cool fermentation promotes complexity from a succession of indigenous yeasts.
Flavour profile
This keeved cider offers a juicy, fruit-forward aroma with delightful notes of candy, toffee apple, and red berries. The palate is silky smooth, with its natural sweetness beautifully balanced by gentle tannins and a hint of bitterness, leading to a rounded finish.
Serving recommendation
Serve chilled at 12-14°C as an aperitif or with charcuterie.