LATEST ARTICLES
The 12 Wines of Christmas 2019
John’s festive round-up featuring a selection of the best English wines to enjoy this Christmas.
The Great British Wine Round-up November 2019
This month’s round-up takes an exclusive look at some of the fantastic 2018 vintage still English wines, including a delectable Chardonnay and a unique Pinot Meunier from Kent.
A Journey into English Wine Retail with Grape Britannia
We caught up with Matt Hodgson, Managing Director of independent English wine retailer Grape Britannia.
LATEST NEWS
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.
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.
FEATURED WINE
12 Wines of Christmas: Day #5
@Greyfriarsvine Blanc de Noirs NV #Surrey
This delicious Blanc de Noirs is packed full of character, nuance and interest. Crisp orchard fruit leads to fuller notes of honeyed apricot and delicious biscuit and savoury hues.
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The festive season is well underway at Woodchester Valley and we have a wide range of new Christmas Gifts available.
Pop into our cellar door shop and enjoy a taster of our wines whilst you browse.
#winesofthewestcountry #christmas #christmasgiftideas #cellardoor
December tours at @hattingleywines available to book
Tours and tastings available at Hattingley this December. Book online or call for more info. Stock up your fridge with bubbles for #Christmas and our new gift vouchers make the perfect gift for your experience-loving friends and family. #giftideas #knowyouracidityfromyourelbow
Great to see our Balfour Brut Rosé sparkling on @bbcapprentice as the winners treat! #winegardenofengland #englishwine
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@GreatBritWine @LymeBayWineLtd @theIEWA @LiamIdz @liamsteevenson @lisawinetravel @EmergingVinesUK @AngieYWine @andrij_wine @groves2130 @Wine_GB @tastebristol A revelation at the time
LATEST SPARKLING WINE REVIEWS
Coolhurst Lady Elizabeth Sparkling Rose 2015
Bright red cherry and cranberry flavours that soften to creamier textures and notes of warm brioche. Delicious!
Herbert Hall Rosé Brut 2015
A very welcoming light creaminess that adds texture and contrast to the fresh, crisp red berry fruit flavours.
Gusbourne Brut Reserve Twenty Fifteen
A delicious, rich Brut Reserve from Gusbourne with lovely nutty complexity.
LATEST STILL WINE REVIEWS
Woodchester Valley Orpheus Bacchus 2018
Grassy and aromatic with plentiful tropical fruit richness thanks to the fantastic 2018 vintage fruit.
Denbies Ranmore Hill 2017
A curious fusion of ripe peach, hints of lightly grilled tropical fruit, with a twist of lime & smoky notes.
Biddenden Gamay Noir 2018
Intense red cherry and wild raspberry flavours, with a lick of black berry fruits and a reassuring savoury depth.
