Fairmile Founder's Reserve 2015
Verdict: Special occasion"Seven years on lees. English fizz done properly. This is a proper wine."
Fairmile's Founder's Reserve comes from the vineyard's first harvest in 2015 and spent around seven years on its lees before disgorging. That long rest is where the toasted brioche comes from.
Fairmile doesn't have its own winery. Its wines are made by Hambledon in Hampshire, a good example of a vineyard working with a specialist partner.
| Producer | Fairmile Vineyard |
|---|---|
| From | Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Style | Traditional method |
| Price | Price not recorded |
| Where to buy | Kept mostly for vineyard visitors, according to Fairmile |
Nick's tasting notes
NoseCitrus and green apple.
PalateToasted brioche over bright fruit.
FinishLong and saline.
Visit the vineyard. Fairmile Vineyard: the ground, the grapes and how to visit.
Reviewed by Nick Collins, founder (@bubblesandtime) · 5 August 2026 · See the original post on Instagram ↗ · Tagged @fairmilevineyard