Britain could become a major Chardonnay producer by 2050

Over one-fifth of the UK may have suitable weather by mid-Century to grow Chardonnay grapes for still wines, according to a recent research study. The impact of climate change byContinue reading

Two rising wine stars awarded in Sussex

Winners in the 2022 Bite Sussex Rising Star Awards The finals of the BITE Sussex Rising Stars Awards were hosted on Monday this week (28 November) at Soho House’s BrightonContinue reading

Ridgeview served at King Charles’ First State Banquet

Ridgeview Blanc de Blancs 2016 served at Buckingham Palace English sparkling wine took centre-stage at King Charles’ first State Banquet at Buckingham Place this week, in celebration of visiting SouthContinue reading

Oz Clarke explores themes of life in new UK wine-focused audio series, Like A Fine Wine

With UK wine now regularly winning awards across the globe, Oz Clarke OBE has been on the road this summer exploring the vast variety British shores have to offer. JoiningContinue reading

A hop-on, hop-off bus service to take you to some stunning Sussex vineyards

New bus route has been launched – a hop-on, hop-off service that will take you to Sussex’s most stunning vineyards, wineries and breweries. The new government-funded bus route will runContinue reading

Hampshire Fizz Fest 2022 Welcomes 1000 People

Last weekend the eighth edition of Vineyards of Hampshire (VoH) Fizz Fest took place at Black Chalk Vineyard in Hampshire and welcomed 1000 people. VOH’s flagship event highlighting Hampshire’s premierContinue reading

Latest opening for Balfour Hospitality – Balfour at Bow

Balfour Hospitality, part of the Balfour Winery estate will be opening their newest London hospitality offering: Balfour at Bow Wine Vaults. Nestled behind the famous Mary-le-Bow Church and just aContinue reading

A sparkling sip of summer – Hattingley Valley launches new rosé from 2019 vintage

Launching at the height of summer and rosé-sipping season, Hattingley Valley has released its new sparkling Rosé 2019. The latest bottle to join the boutique sparkling range, the Rosé 2019Continue reading

Majestic Launch First Definition English Still Wine For English Wine Week 2022

Majestic, the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, are celebrating English Wine Week 2022 with the launch of a new Definition Bacchus – the first still English wine to join theContinue reading

Study predicts growth in UK wine production due to climate change

EMBARGOED TO 00.01 BST (LONDON TIME) FRIDAY JULY 8, 2022 New research reveals how climate change is likely to increase the potential for wine production in the UK – withContinue reading

Robert MacCulloch MW joins Hattingley Valley as head winemaker

Hampshire-based Hattingley Valley has appointed Robert MacCulloch MW to head up its winemaking team. In his new role at Hattingley Valley, MacCulloch will be responsible for leading the team ofContinue reading

Denbies invests in major eco-tourism growth

Denbies Vineyard Hotel, designed with long-term environmental benefits in mind, continues to pave the way for sustainable green tourism. Further to the opening of a new Wine Library in MayContinue reading