LATEST ARTICLES
Dalwood Vineyard
A visit to Axminster in East Devon to catch up with Mike Huskins to talk Seyval Blanc and the rest of his plucky grape squad.
The Great British Wine Round-up February 2020
This month’s round-up features a trio of fresh still wines, as well as three distinctively different sparkling wines.
Impress with English Sparkling Rosé this Valentine's
What better way to show your partner you love them on Valentine’s than to pop open a bottle of crisp, home-grown English sparkling rosé.
LATEST NEWS
Chef Sven-Hanson Britt launches Kickstarter for Oxeye London and Bar Rex
Chef Sven-Hanson Britt has launched a Kickstarter campaign to bring his Oxeye restaurant concept to London this year.
Black Chalk increases its focus on quality with new vineyard portfolio
Hampshire’s Black Chalk has announced continued expansion of its operations, with the addition of vineyards bringing the total up to 12 hectares.
Sussex claims world’s smallest vineyard
Upper Lodge, a small estate in Ringmer near Lewes has just registered the world’s smallest vineyard.
Nyetimber announces start of 2019 harvest
The UK’s largest sparkling wine producer, Nyetimber, has announced that its 2019 harvest will commence tomorrow, Saturday 5th October.
Hush Heath Estate launch new Winemakers Collection range
Kent-based Hush Heath Estate are the latest winemakers to push the envelope with the launch of a range of premium English wines.
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.
WINE OF THE MONTH
Great to have a new restaurant / gastro pub in Weybridge #Surrey that is really getting behind #EnglishWine #EnglishSparkling. We enjoyed lots of delicious seafood at The Waverley Inn, and paired with the fresh and tasty @ChapelDownWines English Rose 2018.
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@GreatBritWine @BlackChalkWine @Wine_GB @GraftWine @theIEWA @NikDarlington @Svenhansonbritt @British_Bouchon @wordonthegrape @RelishPR Such a pleasure to sit and taste and talk with people who are passionate supporters/part of our industry. Nothing makes a better Friday afternoon! #shareideas #create #itsaboutthepeople
Jacob & Zoe talked us through their first two vintages, and their very focused vision for @BlackChalkWine. The wines are distinctive, fresh, delicately textured, with a consistent, strong impression of red fruit. Excited about the potential of Pinot Meunier in #EnglishSparkling
3And the Coquard press will be this big... Had a great time with @RealEnglishWine and Zoe yesterday hearing about their ambitious plans for @BlackChalkWine winery, tourism and, most importantly, the wines.
Look out for an article soon from @British_Bouchon on Great British Wine.
LATEST SPARKLING WINE REVIEWS
Oastbrook Estate Rosé 2015
WOTM January 2020 Ripe cranberry, wild raspberry, sour cherry and winter spice, this is a real wine lover’s rosé.
Roebuck Estates Classic Cuvée 2014
The complexities of this wine really stand out, interweaved with apple strudel and light cranberry notes forming a sublime balance.
Winbirri Vintage Reserve 2014
A big crowd-pleaser of a wine, so packed full of fruit that it really appeals.
LATEST STILL WINE REVIEWS
Winbirri Pinot Noir Rosé 2018
WOTM February 2020 Delicious, pure, concentrated red berry flavours paired with unquestionable English acidity.
Three Choirs First Release 2019
An intriguing array of aromatics ranging from honeysuckle to golden kiwis, English pears and yellow grapefruit.
Simpsons Estate Roman Road Chardonnay 2018
WOTM November 2019 Immaculate and Chablis-esque, with lovely hints of minerality, suggestions of toasted oak, tangerine peel and spice.
