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WineGB Press Releases
WineGB Accelerates Sustainability Drive with Relaunch of National Certification for UK Wine
WineGB has announced the relaunch of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB), its national independently audited sustainability certification scheme, reinforcing the organisation’s commitment to embedding sustainability at the core of UK wine production. This expansion…Continue reading→
WineGB Appoints Head of Communications & Marketing to Strengthen Industry Voice
Kirsty Rushby will lead WineGB’s marketing and communications strategy, with a focus on elevating the profile of the sector, championing producers, and amplifying the industry’s unique narrative of quality, innovation and growth.
‘NOW THAT DRY JANUARY IS OVER – IT’S NOT ONLY TIME TO DRINK WINE BUT ALSO TO GROW GRAPES – WINEGB LAUNCHES ITS NEW ENTRANTS GUIDE
As the UK wine sector continues to grow, WineGB builds on its strong momentum and launches its New Entrants Guide: ‘Making a success in UK viticulture and wine production’
WINEGB KICKS OFF 2026 AT WINE PARIS WITH BIGGEST STAND YET
WineGB kicks off its 2026 activity with its biggest stand yet at any wine exhibition and second appearance at Wine Paris (9-11 February 2026).
WINEGB CALLS THE 2025 HARVEST ‘A VINTAGE OF OUTSTANDING QUALITY.’
The driest summer on record resulted in one of the earliest grape harvests ever seen in the UK and a wine crop of outstanding quality.
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The Grape Press Blog
6 reasons to enter the 2026 WineGB Awards
With entries now open for 2026, here’s a few reasons why you should consider putting your wines – and the stories behind them – forward.
WineGB Trade Ambassadors’ English and Welsh wine recommendations for Easter 2026
Looking for some inspiration to create new traditions and drink English and Welsh wine this spring?
3 viticultural takeaways from the 2016 International Cool Climate Wine Symposium
Matt Strugnell, Chair of WineGB Viticulture Group, summarises learnings from the International Cool Climate Wine Symposium in Christchurch, New Zealand.
Join Us – Sponsorship Executive – position closed
Join Us – Sponsorship Executive We are looking for a part time, flexible professional, with sales experience – ideally in the wine sector – who can support our patrons and…Continue reading→
Thinking of planting a vineyard? 6 ways WineGB’s 2026 New Entrants Guide can help
The New Entrants Guide: Making a success in UK viticulture and wine production, is the latest document from WineGB designed to give guidance and clarity to members embarking on their wine journey.
PFAS in wine: What winemakers need to know
PFAS (poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances), often referred to as “forever chemicals”, are attracting increasing attention across the food and beverage sector.
The Unlikely Source of Inspiration for Knight Frank’s Wine Customer Engagement Tool
Knight Frank’s Head of Viticulture Ed Mansel Lewis on what inspired the Wine Customer Engagement Tool.
26 Reasons to Join WineGB in 2026
Become part of a network that helps strengthen the UK wine industry’s voice to the government, media and trade.
WineGB Trade Ambassadors’ English wine recommendations for Christmas 2025
Inspiration to create new traditions and drink English and Welsh wine this festive season.
NOW HIRED! Join Us – Events Apprentice / Officer
We are looking for an Events Apprentice / Officer to join our growing team and support the delivery of our ambitious and much-loved events programme.
5 ways to plan your visit with the interactive UK Wine Map
If you’re looking to explore the newest, most exciting sector of hospitality and tourism, the UK wine map is a great place to start.
Vineyards aren’t just for summer: a guide to festive events happening up and down the country
Discover what your local vineyards have in store. From festive tours and tastings to gourmet dinners, traditional markets, and even dog walks, there’s something for everyone this Christmas.
Industry Press Releases
Vintage English sparkling wine, Annie Power Cuvée, marks 10 years since champion racehorse made history at Cheltenham
Jockey, Ruby Walsh, led Annie Power to Champion Hurdle victory at Cheltenham Festival in 2016 and owner, Susannah Ricci, of Yotes Court Vineyard, has created Annie Power Cuvée 2021 in tribute
Balfour opens its latest venue The The Winemaker’s Pub, in Goudhurst, Kent
Balfour Winery has opened the doors to its newest hospitality venture, a village pub rooted in English wine, British cooking and a strong sense of home.
National Wine Careers Week returns, backed by growing industry momentum
Led by Plumpton College and Nyetimber, and supported by WineGB, National Wine Careers Week will return from 9 – 15 May 2026.
Croxsons launches first ever British sparkling wine bottle
Croxsons, a 150-year-old family business that manufactures premium glass packaging for the food and drink sector, has developed the country’s first British-made sparkling wine bottle. The Sovereign bottle has been…Continue reading→
Leonardslee Family Vineyards announces new partnership with Schenk Family UK
The exciting collaboration sees Schenk add English wines to its portfolio for the first time.