English Wines

English wines are packed with potential.

Times have changed as the industry has matured, and today there's many a good English wine to be had.

In the not so distant past when you were asked to describe English wines, a series of words beginning with the letter ‘e’ leapt instantly to mind. Words such as ‘experimental’, ‘expensive’ and ‘extraordinary’ - and I don’t mean that in a good way!

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Vegetarian Wines

Vegetarian Wines - a winemaker holding a bunch grapes on a vine.

Our taster discovers that you don't have to be vegetarian to appreciate a new breed of wine.

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Organically Produced Wines

Red, white and rosé; who cares so long as they’re green!

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Participate in the World’s Best Pasty Competition and win a weekend break at The Soar Mill Cove Hotel.

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Our wine expert discovers drinkable gems among the lavender and thyme scented hills of this magical region.

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Spring Sensations

White wine, asparagus, chicken.

Our resident expert urges drinkers to treat their tastebuds by looking beyond boring wines.

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