Blackbook Winery
John heads over to Battersea to explore the London urban winery scene with Sergio and Lynsey Verrillo of Blackbook.
Author Archives: John Mobbs
Founder of GreatBritishWine.com, John has been a prolific user on wine rating app Vivino for the last couple of years. Now a self appointed Great British Wine ambassador and with a mission to explore all corners of the UK to uncover the best producers and most exciting wines.
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The 12 Wines of Christmas 2018
John’s festive round-up featuring a selection of the most best English wines to enjoy this Christmas.
The Great British Wine November 2018 Round-up
The latest English wine discoveries from John, including a trio from Kent and delicious new wines from Nyetimber and Breaky Bottom.
There’s Something About Kent
As seven Kentish winemakers unite, John takes trip to Rochester Cathedral for the inaugural Wine Garden of England Festival.
The Great British Wine October 2018 Round-up
With harvest 2018 drawing to a close, John selects another six diverse English wines that impressed in October.
The Glass that Will Change the Way We Drink English Sparkling Wine
Digby Fine English has teamed up with Gurasu Fine Crystal to launch a wine glass designed specifically for English Sparkling Wine.
The Great British Wine September 2018 Round-up
This month John looks at both the affordable and the extravagant, with a selection of delectable English wines.
The Great British Wine August 2018 Round-up
This month John takes a look at some of the newest English Sparkling wines from top producers, including new releases from Nyetimber, Gusbourne and Sugrue.
Rathfinny Wine Estate
A look at the hugely ambitious Rathfinny Wine Estate in Sussex, leading the way in English wine tourism.
Double Hedges
John visits Double Hedges in Bedfordshire to learn about Solaris & Bacchus, following the producer’s impressive Sommelier Wine Awards win.
The Great British Wine July 2018 Round-up
John takes a closer look at English still wines for another summer-themed round-up.
The Great British Wine June 2018 Round-up
John’s latest round-up of English wine recommendations to enjoy this summer.
The Great British Wine May 2018 Round-up
As we celebrate English Wine Week, John takes a look of the latest round of exciting new English wine releases.
The Unusual Suspects: 6 Unique Sparkling Wines From England
Six sparkling English wines made from grapes other than Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.
The Great British Wine April 2018 Round-up
An exciting month of new English Wine releases, including the first wines from Rathfinny and Black Chalk.
Interview with Sam Linter of Bolney Wine Estate
John interviews Sam Linter of Bolney Wine Estate to talk about progress, Pinot Gris, screwcaps and more.
Producer Spotlight: Charles Palmer Vineyard
A look at the full range of sparkling wines from Sussex-based Charles Palmer.
Interview with Kristin Syltevik of Oxney Organic Estate
A chat with Kristin Syltevik, Owner of Oxney Organic Estate about wine, tourism and the future of her business.
The Great British Wine March 2018 Round-up
A springtime look at the latest and greatest English Wine releases and trends from across the country.
IEWA 2018 Results – Gold Medals are Announced
The results for IEWA 2018 are out, we look at the winning trends in English Wine and pick six of the best medal winners.
The Great British Wine February 2018 Round-up
A look at some of the newest English wines that I’ve discovered throughout February.
A Sparkling Toast to Simpsons Wine Estate
John returns to Simpsons Wine Estate in Kent for a preview of the Estate’s first wines.
The Great British Wine January 2018 Round-up
A look at some of the newest English wines that I’ve discovered throughout January.
Why You Should Be Drinking English Blanc de Noirs
A look at Blanc de Noirs, one of the most distinctive and expressive styles of English Sparkling Wine.
