Organic Hill Preservative Free Blanc de Blanc Sparkling NV: Tasting Notes

WINE STYLE → Crisp & citrus-driven

A fresh, pale straw Blanc de Blanc made from Chardonnay, with lemon sherbet, citrus, pear and nashi pear carried by a crisp, mineral palate. It is certified organic, vegan suitable and made with no added preservatives, giving it a clean, youthful sparkle that works beautifully as an aperitif, with oysters or with salty little snacks before dinner.

Highlights

• Certified organic, vegan suitable and no added preservative
• Crafted by Organic Hill — a South Australian producer focused on organic, preservative-free and vegan wines
• Lemon sherbet, citrus, pear, nashi pear and mineral freshness
• Made from Chardonnay grown in South Australia
• No critic score or medal found for this release
• 12.1% ABV

Tasting Notes

Lovely pale straw in the glass, with a youthful, vibrant nose of lemon sherbet, citrus and pear. The palate is crisp and delicate, showing nashi pear, lemony brightness and a clean mineral line. With approximately 14 g/L residual sugar, it sits in a medium-sweet sparkling profile, but the citrus and acidity keep the finish lively and refreshing.

Winemaking

This Blanc de Blanc is made from Chardonnay and bottled as a fresh, youthful sparkling wine with no added preservatives. Organic Hill’s preservative-free range is made from organically grown NASAA certified fruit, with no added preservative sulphites, allergens or animal-derived agents. The result is a bright, uncomplicated sparkling wine designed to be enjoyed while its citrus, pear and mineral characters are fresh and lifted.

Vineyard & Vintage

This non-vintage sparkling Chardonnay comes from South Australia, with Organic Hill’s broader winery base in McLaren Vale. The wine is 12.1% ABV, sealed under crown seal and made in a moderate alcohol sparkling style. It is designed for freshness now, with enough Chardonnay character to develop a little extra richness over short-term ageing.

Why We Love It

This is the bottle to keep cold for easy celebrations: organic, vegan suitable, no added preservative and still bright with proper Chardonnay freshness. The lemon sherbet and nashi pear notes make it instantly appealing, while the mineral edge keeps it crisp enough for oysters, seafood and sunny afternoon grazing.

Food Pairing

This sparkling suits salty, fresh and lightly creamy dishes. Think oysters, sashimi, grilled scallops, goat’s cheese, pear, rocket, tempura vegetables and crisp seafood starters.

Try matching this wine with →

• Oysters with mignonette or lemon — Find a Recipe
• Rocket, pear, walnut and goat’s cheese salad — Find a Recipe
• Tempura prawns or vegetables — Find a Recipe

Mood or occasion to match this wine…

Perfect for a chilled glass before dinner, birthday bubbles, beach-house snacks or a low-fuss celebration where you still want the wine to be organic and preservative free.

Cellaring

Best enjoyed young for its lemon sherbet, pear and crisp mineral freshness. It may develop a little more richness with short-term ageing, but this is primarily a fresh, aperitif-style sparkling wine. Drink now to 2027.

Producer

Organic Hill is a South Australian wine producer with its vineyard and cellar door at 36 Twentyeight Road in McLaren Vale. Founder Leon Hill built the brand around organic, preservative-free and vegan wines, with the producer describing its preservative-free range as made from organically grown NASAA certified premium fruit. Organic Hill’s focus is purity and accessibility: wines made without added preservative sulphites, allergens or animal-derived agents, while still offering familiar, generous Australian wine styles.

Related Wines To Try →

If you enjoy fresh organic bubbles with no added preservatives, these are lovely bottles to explore next:

• Crisp, dry preservative-free sparkling with green apple and lemon zest — Tamburlaine Preservative Free Au Naturel Premium Cuvee Sparkling
• Same producer, pink sparkling style with red-fruit lift — Organic Hill Preservative Free Sparkling Rose
• Italian organic bubbles with bright aperitif charm — Pizzolato Organic Prosecco DOC Brut NV

FAQ

What does Organic Hill Preservative Free Blanc de Blanc Sparkling NV taste like?

It tastes fresh, youthful and citrus-led, with lemon sherbet, citrus, pear and nashi pear. The palate is crisp and mineral, with a delicate sparkling texture and a clean finish. It is a bright aperitif style rather than a rich, yeasty sparkling.

Is this sparkling wine dry or sweet?

This wine sits in a medium-sweet sugar range at approximately 14 g/L residual sugar. The sweetness is balanced by citrus, fizz and crisp acidity, so it still drinks fresh. It is not as bone-dry as Brut Nature or many very dry Prosecco styles.

Is this wine organic and preservative free?

Yes. This wine is certified organic, vegan suitable and No Added Preservative. It is made without added preservative sulphites, while naturally occurring sulphites may still be present from fermentation.

What does Blanc de Blanc mean?

Blanc de Blanc means “white from white”, and in this wine it refers to sparkling wine made from Chardonnay. Chardonnay gives the wine its citrus, pear and nashi pear character. It is a useful style to choose when you want fresh white sparkling rather than red-fruited rosé bubbles.

How should I serve it?

Serve well chilled at around 6–8°C in a flute or white wine glass. A white wine glass will show more of the lemon sherbet, pear and mineral notes, while a flute keeps the bubbles lively. No decanting is needed.

What food pairs well with it?

It is excellent with oysters, grilled scallops, sashimi, tempura prawns, goat’s cheese salad and crisp seafood starters. The citrus and mineral line suit salty foods, while the gentle sweetness works with chilli, ginger and light Asian-style dishes. For a vegetarian option, try rocket, pear, walnut and goat’s cheese salad.

Can this sparkling wine be cellared?

This wine is best enjoyed young for freshness and sparkle. It can gain a little more richness over short-term ageing, but it is not intended as a long-cellar sparkling wine. Drink now to 2027 for the brightest fruit and fizz.

Is this wine vegan friendly?

Yes, this sparkling wine is vegan suitable. Organic Hill’s preservative-free range is made without animal-derived agents. It is also certified organic and made with no added preservatives.

Who will enjoy this wine the most?

This is ideal for drinkers who enjoy fresh sparkling wines with citrus, pear and a clean mineral finish. If you like easy-drinking Blanc de Blanc, lighter organic bubbles or aperitif-style organic sparkling wine, this is a natural fit. It is especially good for anyone wanting bubbles without added preservatives.

Is this wine keto friendly?

This is not the lowest-sugar option in the sparkling range, with approximately 14 g/L residual sugar and 1.4 g of sugar per 100mL. It may suit some moderate low-sugar drinkers, but strict keto customers may prefer a drier wine. Choose a dry sparkling if sugar is the main priority.

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