LATEST ARTICLES
A Journey into English Wine Retail with Grape Britannia
We caught up with Matt Hodgson, Managing Director of independent English wine retailer Grape Britannia.
The Great British Wine Round-up October 2019
This month John takes a look at the latest crop of zero dosage English sparkling wines, as well as a duo of own-label best buys and a delectable light Pinot Noir.
Catching up with Henry Laithwaite of Harrow & Hope
Stephen catches up with Henry Laithwaite pre-harvest to talk rain, family and sparkling wine.
LATEST NEWS
Gusbourne Launches The Nest Tasting Room
Robbie returns to Gusbourne for the launch of their brand new tasting visitor centre and ‘The Nest’ tasting room.
Vineyard in Surrey scoops Gold awards and Trophy
Surrey-based High Clandon goes for Gold with a slew of high profile Gold Medals and trophies.
Chapel Down & Paris House Partner to Launch 6 Course Summer Menu
A stunning English Wine and fine dining collaboration between Phil Fanning of Paris House and Chapel Down.
Winbirri Bacchus Wins Worlds Best Value White Single-Varietal!
Winbirri Vineyards Bacchus 2015 has gone down in history by winning the accolade of the world’s “Best Value White Single-Varietal” at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2017
Simpsons Wine Estate joins forces with Noble Isle to launch Golden Harvest
This month sees the launch of Noble Isle, a range of products made from extracts of English Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir grapes.
Chapel Down launch Premium Kit’s Coty Range on St. Georges Day
New Kit’s Coty range to include still & sparkling Chardonnay and an ultra-premium Coeur de Cuvée.
WINE OF THE MONTH
Thought it was appropriate to open this tonight to toast the end of the week and what better way than a glass or two of English Chardonnay! @gusbourne @CharlieH_wine @GreatBritWine @Wine_GB
3Top #EnglishSparkling from @sussexvineyards, delivered to your door, whilst raising funds for a great cause. What's not to love about this? #EnglishWine
We love to bring sparkle into everyone’s lives. Now you can support us and help us support those in urgent need now by buying our Rescue Remedy charity three-bottle pack. We’re raising funds for @drinks_trust and @SussexGiving.
Please buy generously.
https://www.foxandfox.wine/shop/foxy-rescue-remedy/
Great to see the initiative from local businesses and restaurants. One of our locals, The Waverley Inn #Weybridge is overing a local delivery server. So we can order Fish & Chips and a bottle of @ChapelDownWines Coeur de Cuvée #EnglishSparkling, or @oxneyestate @Nyetimber! 🍾🐟🍟
3We decided to open up a bottle of the delicious new @BlackChalkWine Classic #EnglishSparkling after the posting of today's article. Perfect for launching this year's first BBQ at the GBW HQ household. The wine was delicious with teriyaki salmon and Thai spiced prawn skewers 🥂 🦐
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LATEST SPARKLING WINE REVIEWS
Chapel Down Kit’s Coty Blanc de Blancs 2014
Baked apple pudding and ripe stone fruit flavours set the stage for an incredibly approachable Blanc de Blancs.
Hattingley Blanc de Blancs 2013
Winemaker: Hattingley Valley Region: Hampshire Wine Type: Blanc de Blancs Vintage: 2013 RRP: £47.50 Volume: 12% grape varieties: Chardonnay WINE REVIEW Hattingley Valley’s inaugural Blanc de Blancs 2011 won the title of Best Blanc de Blancs in the World at the 2017 Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championships. This, the follow-up 2013 vintage, has big […]
Black Chalk Wild Rose 2016
A beautiful sense of purity and an almost powdery, sherbert-like texture.
LATEST STILL WINE REVIEWS
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.
Hidden Spring Bacchus 2017
This wine is delicately textured, loaded with bright, zingy lime and grapefruit flavours.
