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Wilding Cider Stoke Red #1 (2020)
This Single Variety Cider, crafted from Stoke Red apples using the rural method, presents a masterful balance of rustic character and refined sweetness. The low ABV of 3.8% belies a profound sensory depth, where initial waves of luscious residual sugar are immediately countered by the variety’s signature high acidity and bold, astringent tannins. The natural carbonation lifts the aromatic profile, revealing concentrated notes of ripe orchard fruit and a characteristic bittersweet edge. Its profile is beautifully poised, offering a structured, medium-sweet experience that highlights the intense, puckering complexity and lingering tannic grip of a classic Somerset-style cider apple.
Appearance. Deep gold to amber (SRM 6-9) with a fine, persistent bead of natural carbonation. Head retention is brief, forming a thin white collar that quickly dissipates. Clarity is generally brilliant with a slight, natural haze typical of the rural method.
Aroma. High intensity with a concentrated bouquet of ripe red apples, dried apricot, and faint floral honey. Distinctive spicy and earthy phenolic notes emerge, characteristic of bittersweet fruit, without any sulfur or acetic faults. A clean, fruit-forward fermentation profile.
Taste. The initial impression is one of rich, succulent apple sweetness. This is immediately balanced by a sharp, cleansing acidity and a firm, structural tannin presence. Flavors of bruised apple skin, orange zest, and a hint of spice lead to a complex finish. Despite the medium-sweet sugar levels, the heavy tannins create a lingering, dry, and puckering aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-bodied with a slight syrupy viscosity from residual sugar. High natural carbonation provides a lively, tingly effervescence. Significant tannic astringency is present, providing a grippy, drying sensation on the palate. No alcohol warmth.
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Wilding Stoke Red 1 2020
Description Stoke Red 1 2020. The very biennial Abbot’s Leigh orchard used by Wilding cider, ...ork with. This is a single orchard, single variety cider made in the rural method to keep residual sugar, which is balanced by the high acid & full astringent tannins to give a beautifully po ...
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Stoke Red 1 2020. The very biennial Abbot’s Leigh orchard used by Wilding cider, had an on year (abundant crop of fruit) in 2020, giving them lots of beautiful Stoke red apples to work with. This is a single orchard, single variety cider made in the rural method to keep residual sugar, which is balanced by the high acid & full astringent tannins to give a beautifully poised drink.
There is a light sparkle, & it drinks very well with fresh cheeses, & with apple crumble, or afternoon tea. Having classic Stoke Red aromatics; roses, strawberries & cream, red apple. The acid is high quality & the tannins are very fine, giving a mouth-filling astringency.
Stoke Red 1 2020.
Vegan. Gluten Free.
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Stoke Red 1 2020. The very biennial Abbot’s Leigh orchard used by Wilding cider, had an on year (abundant crop of fruit) in 2020, giving them lots of beautiful Stoke red apples to work with. This is a single orchard, single variety cider made in the rural method to keep residual sugar, which is balanced by the high acid & full astringent tannins to give a beautifully poised drink.
There is a light sparkle, & it drinks very well with fresh cheeses, & with apple crumble, or afternoon tea. Having classic Stoke Red aromatics; roses, strawberries & cream, red apple. The acid is high quality & the tannins are very fine, giving a mouth-filling astringency.
Stoke Red 1 2020.
Vegan. Gluten Free.
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More info on Wilding.
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