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Rathfinny Estate Launches Classic Cuvée and Full Range of Sparkling Wines
John catches up with Mark Driver, co-owner of Rathfinny to talk about their brand new Classic Cuvée, as well as the full range of sparkling wines.
Retailer Recommends: Grape Britannia May 2020
This month, Matt looks back at a selection of old favourite English wines, including Nyetimber’s delicious Cuvee Chérie and the ever-reliable Chapel Down Bacchus.
Bottle Beauty: the Secrets of Successful Wine Branding with Rathfinny
What makes a successful wine brand in England? Hannah takes a look at the creative thought process behind the Rathfinny brand and label.
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
Thank you John - lovely comments about our new wines.. #EnglishWine https://twitter.com/greatbritwine/status/1266304664284299264
John caught up with @SussexWineProd , co-owner of @RathfinnyEstate to talk about the estate's brand new Classic Cuvée, as well as the full range of #EnglishSparkling.
http://www.greatbritishwine.com/articles/rathfinny-estate-launches-classic-cuvee-and-full-range-of-sparkling-wines/
We're all set for another great #EnglishWineNight. @john_mobbs & @British_Bouchon will be looking at the diversity of #EnglishWine from the West, then John will be talking to winemaker @Jmount7 of @WoodchesterVV & tasting two new releases. Join us on Instagram Live from 6:30pm
4John caught up with @SussexWineProd , co-owner of @RathfinnyEstate to talk about the estate's brand new Classic Cuvée, as well as the full range of #EnglishSparkling.
http://www.greatbritishwine.com/articles/rathfinny-estate-launches-classic-cuvee-and-full-range-of-sparkling-wines/
LATEST SPARKLING WINE REVIEWS
Black Chalk Classic 2016
Very pure, with a textured oaty grip that contrasts well with the clean, precise fruit flavours and delicate minerality
Woodchester Valley Cotswold Classic
Red apple and floral notes, with hints of elderflower and citrus peel.
Langham Culver Classic Cuvée NV
A stand out with its fusion of crunchy orchard fruit, citrus peel, welcoming stone fruit and complex toasted nut notes.
LATEST STILL WINE REVIEWS
Winbirri Pinot Noir Rosé 2018
WOTM February 2020 Delicious, pure, concentrated red berry flavours paired with unquestionable English acidity.
Danebury Madeleine Angevine 2018
A ripe vintage with fleshy white peach, light salinity and floral hints.
Three Choirs First Release 2019
An intriguing array of aromatics ranging from honeysuckle to golden kiwis, English pears and yellow grapefruit.
