Great British 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.
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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 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.
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.
Retailer Recommends: Grape Britannia Christmas 2020
Matt talks through his indulgent festive 2020 selection from Grape Britannia including prestige sparkling, white, red and dessert wine and a rare aged brandy.
English Vertical Series: Simpsons Roman Road Chardonnay
In the second English Vertical Series, John tastes through the first four vintages of Simpsons Roman Road Chardonnay.
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.
The Great British Wine Round-up November 2019
This month’s round-up takes an exclusive look at some of the fantastic 2018 vintage still English wines, including a delectable Chardonnay and a unique Pinot Meunier from Kent.
Simpsons Chalklands Classic Cuvée 2016
A beautiful fusion of youthful citrus fruit and crunchy apples complemented by rounder, peachy notes.
The Great British Wine Round-up June 2019
This month’s mostly-sparkling round-up includes a duo of sparkling Bacchus, non-vintage Organic and a superb new Cuvée from Breaky Bottom.
English Wine Week Food Pairing: Day 3
Day three of our English Wine Week food pairing feature takes a richer turn, with delicious confit duck and sweet potato paired with the stunning Simpsons Wine Estate Rabbit Hole Pinot Noir 2018.
Simpsons Wine Estate Launches 2018 Vintage Wine
Kentish producer Simpsons Wine Estate launches range of 2018 still wines and inaugural Classic Cuvée.
Simpsons’ Wine Estate to launch new Premium range of still English wines
Simpsons Wine Estate has announced that four new English still wines will be released later this year, to be distributed by Roberson Wine.
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.
Simpson’s Sparkling Rosé Launch
We catch up with Charles and Ruth Simpson at the press launch of their inaugural Canterbury Rose 2016.
Simpsons The Roman Road Chardonnay 2017
Very clean, while the mineral textures build and linger with excellent length.
The Great British Wine June 2018 Round-up
John’s latest round-up of English wine recommendations to enjoy this summer.
The Wine Garden of England to be launched by Seven Kent wineries
Today sees the official announcement of The Wine Garden of England; a formation of seven of the top English Wine producers in Kent.
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.
Simpsons Estate Announces Beora as Name of Crowdfunded English Sparkling
Charles & Ruth Simpson stay true to their promise of letting the British public decide the name of their first ever English Sparkling wine.
Great British Wine Chardonnay Spotlight Tasting
We explore 8 still English Chardonnays and explore how they compare with other internationally established regions.
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.
