LATEST ARTICLES
A Visit To Chapel Down Gin Works
John makes a visit to Chapel Down’s new Gin Works restaurant and bar in King’s Cross, London.
The Great British Wine February 2019 Round-up
Four delicious sparkling wines from Hampshire, a special cuvée from Surrey and the latest Kit’s Coty Chardonnay form the February Round-up.
Chartham Vineyard
John heads back to Kent to visit Chartham Vineyard, a family business with a firm eye on art and the community.
LATEST NEWS
Simpsons’ Wine Estate to launch new Premium range of still English wines
Simpsons Wine Estate has announced that four new English still wines will be released later this year, to be distributed by Roberson Wine.
Black Chalk looks to ProWein to develop export market
Next month’s ProWein will see Black Chalk seek opportunities to launch its wines to the international arena.
Davenport Vineyards Scoops Top Award For Sustainability
Davenport Vineyards has beaten the competition to take home the Amorim Sustainability Award in this year’s international Drinks Business Green Awards.
FEATURED WINE
Back up in Leicester visiting family, stopped off at @AldiUK to grab another bottle of the delicious @LymeBayWineLtd Block. #EnglishWine
2Had a great time once again being part of @theIEWA judging panel. Great group of judges and some particularly delicious #EnglishSparkling on tasting this year. #englishwine
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LATEST SPARKLING WINE REVIEWS
Greyfriars Blanc de Noirs NV
Packed full of character; crisp orchard fruit leads to fuller notes of honeyed apricot and delicious biscuit notes.
Coates & Seely Rosé NV
Really impresses with its long, drawn out finish with hints of citrus zest, red currant and raspberry.
Raimes Blanc de Noirs 2015
Bright and crisp up front, with tangy cranberry and red currant notes, ripe orchard fruit flavours and a fine mousse.
LATEST STILL WINE REVIEWS
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.
Astley Late Harvest 2017
A highly aromatic dessert wine orange peel and lychee characteristics and thoughtful balance between sweetness and acidity.
