Who Are the Vineyards of Hampshire?
A look at the eight vineyards that form the Vineyards of Hampshire and a top wine wine each.
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.
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English Sparkling & Fine Dining Part 2: An Intimate Dinner
A evening of fine dining and English Sparkling Wine with Exton Park at Luton Hoo Hotel.
The Summer of English Sparkling Rosé Part 2
Part 2 of our Summer themed English Sparkling Rosé lineup.
Polgoon
A visit to Penzance to meet John & Kim Coulson for a tour, tasting and lunch at the vineyard.
The Summer of English Sparkling Rosé Part 1
Part One of our Summer themed English Sparkling Rosé lineup.
Lyme Bay Winery
A look at the wonderful sparkling wines from Liam Idzikowsk of Lyme Bay Winery in Devon.
Producer Spotlight: Tuffon Hall Vineyard
A look at the wines of Essex-based Tuffon Hall, who produce a Rosé, Bacchus and Sparkling wine.
Hattingley Valley
The first of three Hampshire-based vineyard visits for the GBW team, starting at Hattingley Valley for a first taste of Entice 2016.
English Wine Week in Surrey
John spends the first day of English Wine Week touring his local vineyards in Surrey.
Six New Wines to Try During English Wine Week
English Wine Week is here from Saturday 27th May to Sunday 4th June, John has selected 6 new English wines to try.
Domaine Evremond
A day at Taittinger’s Domaine Evremond in Kent to celebrate the ceremonial planting of the first vines.
Chapel Down Kit’s Coty Launch
A visit to Chapel Down to celebrate the launch of their Kit’s Coty wines and The Wine Sanctuary tasting room.
English Wine & British Asparagus Pairing
A look at pairing fine English Sparkling & Still Wine to celebrate the start of Asparagus season.
Five Fresh English Sparkling Wines to Savour this Easter
John takes a look at five fresh and vibrant English Sparkling wines to enjoy over the Easter holidays.
English Sparkling & Fine Dining Part 1: Interview with Exton Park
A pre-dinner interview with Corinne & Kit from Exton Park, as they prepare for a Gourmet Wine Dinner at Luton Hoo Hotel.
Breaky Bottom
A journey through the South Downs countryside to meet legendary winemaker Peter Hall.
The Mount Vineyard
A visit to the award winning Mount Vineyard in Shoreham, Kent.
Great British Wine Madeleine Angevine Spotlight Tasting
We explore 10 precise and elegant English White wines made from the Madeleine Angevine grape.
Cottonworth
A visit to Sparkling Wine producer Cottonworth in Hampshire.
Great British Wine Pinot Noir Tasting
The GBW team taste through 14 White and Red Pinot’s from across the UK.
Danebury Vineyards
A visit to Danebury Vineyards in Stockbridge, Hampshire.
Wiston Estate & Dermot Sugrue
An afternoon with Dermot Sugrue at the Wiston Estate Winery in Sussex.
English Wine to Drink at Christmas
A look at some of the top English Wines to drink during the festive season.
Getting Hands On With English Wine Harvest 2016
A journey across Hampshire, Surrey and Kent to get hands on and involved in Harvest 2016.