Louis Pommery England
Sitting on the chalky hills of New Alresford, Pommery’s Hampshire estate is certainly not standing in the shadows of Champagne. John visited the estate during a promising 2021 harvest.
Author Archives: John Mobbs
Great British Wine founder John started his English wine journey as a prolific reviewer on popular wine app Vivino. After relocating to Surrey in 2013, he discovered great wines were on his doorstep, and set about exploring the world of English wine, launching the website in 2015. Now a self-appointed Great British Wine ambassador, he has a mission to explore all corners of the UK to uncover the best producers and most exciting wines.
Continue reading
Busi Jacobsohn
A visit to Busi Jacobsohn to meet Douglas and Susanna and taste their distinctive English sparkling wines.
Great British Wine Round-up September 2021
With the colder months approaching, John takes a look at nine diverse and delicious English Blanc de Noirs.
IEWA 2021 Results
John take his annual look at the IEWA 2020 Gold Medal winners, including overall winners Black Chalk and Stopham Estate.
The Next Chapter of Wiston Estate
John takes a look at the latest Blanc de Noirs 2014 and discusses the new look labels and future developments at the Wiston Estate.
Great British Wine Round-up August 2021
This month’s round-up looks at a trio of delicious new English sparkling wines as well as a selection of fresh and tasty 2020 vintage still wines.
Great British Wine Round-up July 2021
A midsummer round-up of some of the latest and greatest English wines, including a new High Clandon Cuvée and a selection of spectacular 2020 still wines.
Mereworth
John talks to and tastes the first sparkling wines from Mereworth in Kent.
A Live Taste of the Surrey Hills for English Wine Week
It’s English Wine Week, and to celebrate we have partnered with The Vineyards of the Surrey Hills to put together a mixed case and live tasting.
Welsh Wine Week Round-up
John reviews a selection of still and sparkling Welsh wine from White Castle and Montgomery vineyard.
Great British Round-up June 2021
This month it’s a rosé-tinted round-up, with John looking at the latest and greatest still and sparkling pink wines.
Great British Wine Round-up May 2021
This month’s round-up looks at some of the latest and greatest Great British sparkling wine releases.
Albury Silent Pool Rosé 2020 & Interview
Celebrating #GreatBrtishRoséWeek, John visited Albury Organic Vineyard in Surrey for a tasting and talk about the new Silent Pool Rosé 2020.
Exton Park – The Relaunch
Exton Park has relaunched and rebranded with a striking new look and an increased focus on their unique Reserve Blend approach.
Danbury Ridge Wine Estate
Continuing his coverage of Essex, John takes a look at the game-changing first releases of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to come from Danbury Ridge Wine Estate.
Great British Wine Round-up April 2021
For his latest round-up, John takes a look at a trio of English Bacchus and Chardonnay, including the sublime Octagon Block from Danbury Ridge.
Liz Sagues Talks ‘Sussex by the Glass’
John interviews Liz Sagues, who launches her latest book Sussex by the Glass for International Women’s Day.
The Great British Wine Round-Up March 2021
For this month’s round-up, John puts the focus back on English sparkling, with six top new wine picks.
Defined Wine
John takes a look at Defined Wine, a new contract only winery set in the heart of Kent, including a preview of 2020 vintage wines.
Henners
John takes a look at the transformation of the Henners winery and brand under the ownership of Boutinot.
New Hall Vineyard
A look at New Hall Vineyard, who have over five decades of winemaking experience in the heart of Essex.
Valentine’s English Sparkling Rosé
With valentine’s just around the corner, John takes a look at six delectable English sparkling rosé wines to open and share with your loved one.
The Great British Wine Round-up February 2021
This month’s roundup takes a look at sparkling wines made from lesser known grapes from across the country.
Artelium Wine Estate
After a chance meeting over three years ago, John talks to Mark and Julie of Artelium Wine Estate about their journey so far.
