The weather doesn’t make great wine on its own, but it certainly helps. As English vineyards move towards harvest, there is growing optimism that 2026 could become one of the finest vintages the country has produced. A warm, dry summer, excellent flowering and healthy vine growth have combined to create[Read More…]
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English Wine News – Autumn 2025
1. English Sparkling Wine Takes the Crown For the first time ever, an English sparkling wine has been named the world’s best. Nyetimber triumphed at the 2025 International Wine Challenge, winning “Champion Sparkling Wine” ahead of some of Champagne’s finest. It’s a milestone that cements England’s place among the global[Read More…]
Harvest 2025: A Vintage in the Making for English Wine
This year’s English wine harvest has been creating a lot of excitement—and for good reason. After the challenges of 2024, growers have been expressing cautious optimism that 2025 could mark a return to form, with quality and quantity both looking promising. Early Ripening, Elevated Expectations The warm, dry summer across[Read More…]