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WineGB Press Releases
WineGB urges the Government to recognise the economic potential of English and Welsh wine and provide targeted support, to secure its long-term success and strengthen its international competitiveness
Nicola Bates, WineGB CEO, said: “English and Welsh wine is one of the UK’s fastest‑growing rural industries, but without targeted support in this budget we risk losing momentum. We simply…Continue reading→
WineGB Trade Tasting Signals Major Commercial Growth for English and Welsh Wine
WineGB’s flagship event welcomed its largest-ever audience on Monday 7th September bringing together 80+ producers, alongside buyers, hospitality professionals, journalists, tourism representatives and industry and government colleagues to taste wine and…Continue reading→
WineGB Confirms Scandinavian Tasting Tour, Creating a High‑Value Commercial Opportunity for Members and a Must‑Attend Event for Nordic Buyers
WineGB confirms its Scandinavian Trade & Media Tasting Tour, a three‑city showcase across Stockholm, Oslo and Trondheim, designed to accelerate export growth for English wine producers and deliver meaningful commercial…Continue reading→
WineGB secures major operational boost for its members as London City Bond becomes newest Patron
WineGB has welcomed London City Bond (LCB) as its newest Patron, securing a major operational and commercial advantage for producers across England and Wales. As one of the UK’s most…Continue reading→
WineGB Optimistic for Strong Fruit Quality and Volumes Ahead of 2026 Harvest
WineGB, the trade association representing the UK’s wine producers, is optimistic about the size and quality of the 2026 harvest. Producers across the UK are currently reporting healthy vineyards, clean fruit and encouraging ripening following stable summer conditions. With an unusual frost for some, affecting a small percentage of sites and crops,…Continue reading→
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The Grape Press Blog
WineGB Trade & Press Tasting 2026 breaks attendance record as industry gathers to showcase the future of English & Welsh wine
WineGB’s flagship event welcomed its largest-ever audience on Monday 7th September to taste wine and explore the opportunities shaping the sector’s future.
WineGB Trade & Press Tasting 2026: Unlocking the Power of the Cellar Door for Regional Tourism – meet the panellists
WineGB Trade & Press Tasting 2026: Unlocking the Power of the Cellar Door for Regional Tourism – meet the panellists How can wine tourism become a cornerstone of regional economic…Continue reading→
What are PIWIs and why are they important for the future of English & Welsh wine?
Disease-resistant grape varieties are becoming an increasingly interesting part of the UK wine story as growers look for ways to work with a changing climate while reducing disease pressure
WineGB Trade & Press Tasting 2026: Building the Future of UK Wine Through Hospitality – Meet the Panellists
How can UK wine become a permanent fixture on Britain’s hospitality wine lists? That’s the question at the heart of a major panel discussion at this year’s WineGB National Trade & Press Tasting
Reasons not to miss the themed tasting tables at this year’s WineGB National Trade & Press Tasting
These popular areas of the tasting provide a valuable opportunity for buyers, sommeliers, journalists and other trade visitors to compare wines side-by-side.
Four decades of wine tourism at Kent’s oldest vineyard
NFU Mutual, the UK’s leading rural insurer, has worked with Biddenden Vineyards for the last 29 years, supporting the award-winning producer as it has grown and diversified into tourism. This…Continue reading→
International Pinot Noir Day
Tuesday 18th August marks International Pinot Noir Day. WineGB Ambassador Victoria Bubb picks some of her favourite English interpretations of the ‘heartbreak grape’.
WineGB Scandinavian Roadshow: Taking English & Welsh wine to its most important export market
The 2026 Scandinavian Roadshow offers UK wine producers the chance to meet the buyers who can turn export ambition into listings, orders and long-term business.
11 reasons to be (and be seen) at the 2026 WineGB National Trade & Press Tasting
From discovering the next big English and Welsh wine story to catching up with the people shaping the industry, here’s why 7th September 2026 should be in your diary. If…Continue reading→
Why it’s important to consider all your packaging options
The weather has been kind, the grapes have grown, the wine has been produced and it’s all bottled and ready to go. But did you think about how you were…Continue reading→
The 2026 WineGB Conference in numbers: An industry united by resilience
200+ delegates in attendance, 96 wines tasted, 22 expert speakers, 4 break-out sessions and 1 industry-wide campaign launch
The wines and vineyards that defined the 2026 WineGB Awards
This year’s WineGB Awards, headline sponsored by Rankin Brothers & Sons, proved UK wine is entering a new era – one of growing confidence and quality.
Industry Press Releases
Carling Recruitment Appoints New Head of Business Development
Carling Recruitment announces Chris Smart as its new Head of Business Development. Chris joined the team in August 2026, bringing more than 30 years of business development experience across scientific…Continue reading→
IMPRESSIVE GROWTH FOR LEONARDSLEE FAMILY VINEYARDS
Leonardslee Family Vineyards is delighted to announce the launch of a premium new tasting room, located within Leonardslee House, at Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens. The Drawing Room at Leonardslee will offer tutored wine tasting experiences…Continue reading→
CROXSONS EXTENDS COMMERCIAL TEAM
Croxsons, the 150 year-old B-Corp certified family-owned business that supplies glass packaging for the food and drink sector, has extended its commercial team with the appointment of Matthew Howarth as…Continue reading→
WineGB Optimistic for Strong Fruit Quality and Volumes Ahead of 2026 Harvest
WineGB, the trade association representing the UK’s wine producers, is optimistic about the size and quality of the 2026 harvest. Producers across the UK are currently reporting healthy vineyards, clean fruit and encouraging ripening following stable summer conditions. With an unusual frost for some, affecting a small percentage of sites and crops,…Continue reading→
First British-made sparkling wine bottle enters production as English and Welsh wine sector continues to grow
Croxsons, a 150-year-old packaging partner supplying glass bottles and jars to the food and drink sector, has worked in collaboration with glass manufacturer Encirc to oversee the first production run…Continue reading→