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Pilton Cider Matt
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Pilton Cider Matt's Bike

Pilton Matt’s Bike is a masterfully complex keeved cider that bridges the gap between orchard fruit and Islay-inspired smoke. Six months of wild yeast fermentation produces a rustic, barnyard complexity, while an additional six months in smoky whisky barrels imparts evocative notes of smouldering embers and a briny sea spray. The palate is defined by a soft, delicate sweetness characteristic of the keeving process, balanced against confident, rounded tannins and a mature, bright acidity. This cider offers a profound sensory journey from rich, ripe apple fruit to a lingering, peaty finish reminiscent of a coastal orchard fire.
Appearance. Deep golden to rich amber hue with brilliant clarity. Pours with a light, effervescent sparkle that quickly settles into a thin, fleeting collar of white bubbles, leaving minimal lacing.
Aroma. High intensity aroma featuring a complex blend of rich, baked apples and earthy wild yeast funk. Dominant notes of peat smoke and charred wood from the whisky barrels are complemented by a distinct saline, briny edge. Subordinate hints of vanilla and oak tannin weave through the fruity bouquet.
Taste. The initial impression is one of soft, fruity sweetness followed quickly by layers of smoke and savory peat. Ripe apple flavors are supported by a rustic, farmhouse character and a touch of medicinal whisky. Bold, rounded tannins provide structure, while a mature acidity ensures a clean, balanced finish. The aftertaste is long and lingering, echoing smouldering orchard wood.
Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a smooth, slightly viscous texture from the residual sugars. Carbonation is moderate and fine-beaded. Displays a gentle alcohol warmth and a notable but well-integrated tannic astringency that dries the palate.
Sensory Profile. 12345Alcohol WarmthBodyBitternessSweetnessFruitiness
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Pilton   Matt’s Bike 2020. Matt's Bike 2020

United Kingdom Fine Cider

Pilton Matt’s Bike 2020. Matt's Bike 2020

Sparkling  Medium Dry Fine Cider     This batch of keeved cider was spotted by maker Martin as bei ... it stood out as being worth particular attention, something special on its own. It was first left to ferment with a succession of wild yeasts in a tank for six months, then transferred to delica ...

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Pilton Matt’s Bike 2020. Matt's Bike 2020 - Fine Cider United Kingdom

Pilton Cider Matt

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This batch of keeved cider was spotted by maker Martin as being something different, way back in the winter of 2020. With complex fruit & a delicate balance, it stood out as being worth particular attention, something special on its own. It was first left to ferment with a succession of wild yeasts in a tank for six months, then transferred to delicately smoked second-use whisky barrels for the same amount of time.

 

Confident rounded tannins, soft delicate fruity sweetness & mature acidity on the finish.  A briny sea blast through the smouldering embers of an orchard peat fire! Fermented with wild yeasts & aged in  peat-smoked Islay whisky wooden barrel. Alc. 5.5% vol.  £41.00 GBP Add to Order

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Pilton  Matt’s bike 2021 (750ml)

United Kingdom The Cat In The Glass

Pilton Matt’s bike 2021 (750ml)

Description Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider. This batch of keeved cider was s ...balance it stood out as being worth particular attention to become a special product. It was first left to ferment with a succession of wild yeasts in tank for six months, then transferred to del ...

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Description Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider.

This batch of keeved cider was spotted as being something different way back in the winter of 2020. With complex fruit and delicate balance it stood out as being worth particular attention to become a special product. It was first left to ferment with a succession of wild yeasts in tank for six months, then transferred to delicately smoked second-use whisky barrels for the same amount of time.

A briny sea blast through the smouldering embers of an orchard peat fire. Confident rounded tannins, soft delicate fruity sweetness and mature acidity on the finish.

Blended by Matt. Sparkling, medium dry fine cider. 750ml. 5.5%.

Pilton - Matts Bike

United Kingdom Independent Spirit of Bath

Pilton - Matts Bike

Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider. A briny sea blast through the smouldering embers of an o ...rchard peat fire. 1x 75CL 5.5%ABV  

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Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider.
A briny sea blast through the smouldering embers of an orchard peat fire.

1x 75CL 5.5%ABV

 

Pilton Matts Bike

United Kingdom Radbeer

Pilton Matts Bike

Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider.This batch of keeved cider was spotted as being something ...ing worth particular attention to become a special product. It was first left to ferment with a succession of wild yeast ...

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Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider.This batch of keeved cider was spotted as being something different way back in the winter of 2020. With complex fruit and delicate balance it stood out as being worth particular attention to become a special product. It was first left to ferment with a succession of wild yeast

Pilton Cider Matts Bike 2020

United Kingdom Crafty Fingers

Pilton Cider Matts Bike 2020

Matt's Bike 2020 750ml 5.5% abv Pilton Cider, Somerset Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider .... With complex fruit and delicate balance it stood out as being worth particular attention to become a special product. It w ...

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Matt's Bike 2020 750ml 5.5% abv Pilton Cider, Somerset Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider. This batch of keeved cider was spotted as being something different way back in the winter of 2020. With complex fruit and delicate balance it stood out as being worth particular attention to become a special product. It w

Pilton Cider Matt's Bike

United Kingdom Elston & Son

Pilton Cider Matt's Bike

Item Description: Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider. A br ...t delicate fruity sweetness and mature acidity on the finish. This batch of keeved cider was spotted as being something different way back in the winter of 2020. With complex fruit and delicate ...

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Item Description: Six month smokey barrel aged keeved cider. A briny sea blast through the smouldering embers of an orchard peat fire. Confident rounded tannins, soft delicate fruity sweetness and mature acidity on the finish. This batch of keeved cider was spotted as being something different way back in the winter of 2020. With complex fruit and delicate balance it stood out as being worth particular attention to become a special product. It was first left to ferment with a succession of wild yeasts in tank for six months, then transferred to delicately smoked second-use whisky barrels for the same amount of time.

Pilton are artisan producers at the heart of Somerset's ‘cider-land’ making whole juice, sparkling cider by the old English method of keeving. Apples are collected from traditional cider orchards in and around the parish of Pilton, and slowly transformed from this full flavoured fruit into unique naturally sweet ciders. Finally, different yeasts and other fruits are weaved in and barrel‑aging techniques are used to create a variety of small batch drinks. Pilton Cider are based in Shepton Mallet. To see more about Pilton, check out our blog here!

 
 
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