A Bodmin vineyard has developed Fortnum and Mason's first ever own-label English sparkling wine.

Camel Valley Vineyard has produced a limited edition run of just 3,000 bottles for the shelves of the world-renowned food and drink emporium.

The award-winning vineyard describes the wine as a "fresh yet vibrant fizz" that has "elegant fruity aromas providing the perfect partner to this season's British strawberries, light canapés and, indeed, any al fresco appetiser".

Bob Lindo, owner of Camel Vineyard, said: "It has been a fantastic experience teaming up with Fortnum and Mason.

"We pride ourselves that year on year the vineyard continues to produce top quality wines. To be recognised by Fortnum and Mason is a huge honour.

Bob Lindo, Camel Vineyard: "We pride ourselves that year on year the vineyard continues to produce top quality wines. To be recognised by Fortnum and Mason is a huge honour."

"Working with Fortnum and Mason provides us the opportunity to supply our sparkling wine to an international audience."

The sparkling wine is made by Bob's son Sam, named UK Winemaker of the Year 2007, using a blend of grapes - Seyval Blanc, Reichensteiner and Huxelrebe.

This decadent sparkling is then aged on lees for 18 months. According to Camel Valley, the long growing season helps to create delicate and subtle aromas.

Tim French, wine buyer for Fortnum and Mason, added: "The English sparkling wine market is growing and we are seeing more and more wineries successfully competing against the more established international competition.

"We decided to work with Camel Valley as they stood out as a leader of England's developing sparkling wine industry.

"It is exciting times for English sparkling wine and we are delighted to champion the finest examples at Fortnum's."

The Fortnum and Mason English Sparkling, Camel Valley 2006 is available in the store now, priced £23.50.