LATEST ARTICLES
The English Vine: An Evening at an English Wine Bar
Sam Povey takes a look at pop-up English wine bar The English Vine, who took London by storm last month with an extensive home-grown offering in Shoreditch.
The Great British Wine Round-up January 2020
It’s John’s first round-up of the new year, which features a trio of outstanding English sparkling wines as well as a selection of new still releases.
Chet Valley Vineyard
Stephen travelled back to Norfolk to visit Chet Valley Vineyard and meet owner/winemaker John Hemmant to talk birds and wine.
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
Well the weather might not have been great, but the wines, ambition and friendly team @BlackChalkWine certain made today’s visit one to remember @HampshireVines @Countrywidepics
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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
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.
Woodchester Valley Orpheus Bacchus 2018
WOTM September 2019 Grassy and aromatic with plentiful tropical fruit richness thanks to the fantastic 2018 vintage fruit.
