LATEST ARTICLES
The Great British Wine Round-up June 2019
This month’s mostly-sparkling round-up includes a duo of sparkling Bacchus, non-vintage Organic and a superb new Cuvée from Breaky Bottom.
Tasting the Past, Present & Future of Breaky Bottom
A return to the unique place that is Breaky Bottom to taste three new Cuvée as well as a rather special gem from the 80’s.
Renegade London Wine
For the latest in our series on Urban wineries, Stephen headed to Bethnal Green to visit Renegade London Wine.
LATEST NEWS
Off the Line Vineyard Launches 2018 English Rosé Wines
Sussex-based Off The Line Vineyard has launched trio of 2018 vintage rosé wines, the first to be produced on site at their own winery.
Great British Wine at the Albury Wine Festival in June
John Mobbs will host a duo of English wine masterclasses at The Albury Wine Festival on 9th June.
Rathfinny Launches New Wines as ‘Sparkling Wine of the Month’ at The Ritz
Rathfinny Wine Estate has this month seen its brand new Rosé 2016 and Blanc de Noirs 2015 chosen as ‘Sparkling Wine of the Month’ at The Ritz London.
Westwell Launches New Wines at Sager + Wilde
Westwell ‘takeover’ trendy wine bar Sager + Wilde in Hackney for the launch of their new wines.
Albourne Estate Launches First of a Kind Bacchus Frizzante
Sussex winemaker Albourne Estate has launched a first of its kind English Frizzante made from Bacchus.
Simpsons Wine Estate Launches 2018 Vintage Wine
Kentish producer Simpsons Wine Estate launches range of 2018 still wines and inaugural Classic Cuvée.
FEATURED WINE
Hope that everyone has a fantastic time at @HampshireVines festival today. Sad that I'm not able to make it this year, looks like perfect weather for it @ExtonVineyard #EnglishSparkling
Looks like the forecasted rain and thunder is staying away (for now)... Perfect excuse to be outdoors with a @ChapelDownWines Bacchus Gin and tonic. Super refreshing with a slice of pink grapefruit. #gin #Bacchus
2We didn't let the rain stop us; it was great to catch up with @kirsty1smith and Nick Hall of @HerbertHallWine in Marden this afternoon for a tour, chat and #EnglishSparkling tasting. Delicious wines, Organically grown and made with love in the heart of #Kent. #EnglishWine
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LATEST SPARKLING WINE REVIEWS
Chapel Down Kit’s Coty Coeur de Cuvée 2014
A celebration of English Chardonnay purity, and it comes with such welcoming texture and complexity.
Gusbourne Blanc de Blancs 2014
A little nervy; tangy apple and vibrant citrus, but it integrates so brilliantly with the supple mousse.
Chapel Down Kit’s Coty Blanc de Blancs 2014
Baked apple pudding and ripe stone fruit flavours set the stage for an incredibly approachable Blanc de Blancs.
LATEST STILL WINE REVIEWS
Albourne Estate Bacchus 2018
Notes of thyme and sage add a savoury component that would pair well with many summer dishes.
M&S Bacchus Reserve 2017
A punchy palate, packed full of zingy citrus fruit, with papaya and guava tropics.
Hush Heath Manor Pinot Noir 2017
A superbly balanced Pinot Noir from Hush Heath, with youthful red berry flavours and delicate textures.
