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      1. South Ridge Blanc de Noirs
        A classy sparkler that outscores many Champagnes from an English producer with 26 Trophies to date!
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        Pinot Noir-based blend
        from £31.50 per bottle
        when you mix 12+
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      2. Windsor Great Park Vineyard Release 7
        Celebrate great English fizz and the rebirth of Windsor Great Park Vineyard with this noble sparkler
        CountryUnited Kingdom
        Chardonnay-based blend
        from £35.00 per bottle
        when you mix 12+
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      3. South Ridge Cuvée Merret Rosé
        Generous floral fruit and freshness in this exceptional pink fizz from one of England's top estates
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        Pinot Noir-based blend
        from £22.39 per bottle
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      4. Britpop Brut by Alex James
        First cheese, then cider, now fine English fizz – a great bubbly from Blur bassist Alex James
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        Chardonnay-based blend
        £25.00 per bottle
      5. Harrow & Hope Blanc de Blancs
        From 2019's UK Winery of the Year, a superb all-Chardonnay English bubbly from a near-perfect year
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        Chardonnay
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      6. Nyetimber Classic Cuvee Half Bottle
        From the pioneer of English sparkling wine, English fizz of complexity, length and finesse (37.5cl)
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        Chardonnay-based blend
        £17.99 per bottle
      7. Wyfold Vineyard Rosé
        Last vintage an IWSC Trophy winner, this is a very fine pink fizz from an Oxfordshire estate
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        Chardonnay-based blend
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      8. Camel Valley Brut
        Fabulous English fizz from Cornwall. “Magnificently vibrant and alive with fruit”, critic Olly Smith
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        Chardonnay-based blend
        £33.00 per bottle
      9. Harrow & Hope Brut Reserve No 8
        Superb Brut Reserve from Henry Laithwaite at his outstanding award-winning winery in Marlow
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        Pinot Noir-based blend
        from £29.70 per bottle
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      10. South Ridge Blanc de Blancs
        Fine English fizz made from pure Chardonnay, from a top estate that has won 26 Trophies so far
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        Chardonnay
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      11. Harrow & Hope Brut Rosé
        Superb English Sparkling rosé from Wine GB's 'English Winery of the Year 2019'. Real class
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        Pinot Noir-based blend
        from £32.40 per bottle
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      12. Grower's Selection Chardonnay Pinot Blanc
        From an exceptional English vintage and an award-winning estate, a delicious, fresh, rounded white
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        Chardonnay-based blend
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      13. Britpop Rosé by Alex James
        First cheese, then cider, now fine English fizz – a great pink bubbly from Blur bassist Alex James
        CountryUnited Kingdom
        Chardonnay-based blend
        £28.00 per bottle
      14. Oastbrook Pinot Gris
        Luscious fruit and freshness in this fabulous Pinot Gris from the Oastbrook family estate in Sussex
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        Pinot Gris
        £23.00 per bottle
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        Wyfold Vineyard Brut
        Glorious English fizz from Barbara Laithwaite’s award-winning vineyard – a bubbly to rival Champagne
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      16. Britpop Elderflower Spritz by Alex James
        Meet Blur bassist Alex James’ next liquid venture – Britpop Elderflower spritz. Pure refreshment
        CountryUnited Kingdom
        £12.99 per bottle
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        Windsor Great Park Vineyard Release 6 (Magnum)
        Celebrate great English fizz and the rebirth of Windsor Great Park Vineyard with this fine magnum
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        Chardonnay-based blend
        from £72.00 per bottle
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      18. Avalonia Brut
        Superb English Quality Sparkling wine from a Trophy-winning team. Ripe with creamy toasty length
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        Pinot Noir-based blend
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      19. South Ridge Cuvée Merret Rosé
        Generous floral fruit and freshness in this exceptional pink fizz from one of England's top estates
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        Pinot Noir-based blend
        from £19.99 per bottle
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        Harrow & Hope Pinot Meunier
        Very rare release of pure Meunier fizz from Henry Laithwaite's Trophy-winning English estate
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        Pinot Meunier
        £38.00 per bottle
      21. Wyfold Vineyard Brut
        Glorious English fizz from Barbara Laithwaite’s award-winning vineyard – a bubbly to rival Champagne
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        Chardonnay-based blend
        from £35.00 per bottle
        when you mix 12+
        SAVE £36.00
      22. Roebuck Estates Rosé de Noirs
        Pure Pinot Noir richness and elegance in this fine English pink fizz from the rolling South Downs
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        Pinot Noir-based blend
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      23. Oastbrook Pinot Blanc
        From the Oastbrook estate in Sussex, a smooth, creamy Pinot Blanc with delicious balance and length
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        Pinot Blanc
        £23.00 per bottle
      24. Beyond the Wicket by Stuart Broad English Sparkling
        A fine, beautifully toasty and mineral-fresh English sparkling wine that perfectly hits the stumps
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        Chardonnay-based blend
        from £34.00 per bottle
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      Wine FAQs

      What is British wine?

      While wine has been made across the British Isles for centuries, it wasn’t until the second half of the 20th century that a modern winemaking culture began to flourish. British vineyards have since grown increasingly reliable – partly due to warmer temperatures – and these days, British wines are impressing even the toughest critics.

      Britain’s wine industry is booming, from Sussex’s rolling hills to Wales’ scenic vineyards. More than 500 commercial vineyards and 160 wineries are operating across the country. British winemakers are making sparkling wines that have won global acclaim, and still white and rosé wines are gaining recognition, too. The sparkling wines often blend Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier – the same grapes used in Champagne.

      What are the best-known British wine regions?

      Most British vineyards are found in England, specifically in the South East, where the climate is warmer and more suited to winemaking. The key regions include:

      Sussex: One of the sunniest spots in the UK, Sussex is home to several renowned wineries, including Nyetimber, Ridgeview and Rathfinny. In 2022, Sussex wine was granted Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) status – the first region in England to achieve this – putting it on par with Jersey Royal potatoes, Cornish clotted cream and Stilton cheese. Sussex’s sparkling wines, influenced by its limestone chalk soils, often have a refreshing mineral character.

      Kent: Fondly known as ‘The Garden of England’ due to its gentle hills and the multitude of apple orchards, Kent is the home of top-notch English sparkling winemakers, including Gusbourne, Chapel Down and Balfour. The soil here – a mix of sand and clay that retains water and heat – produces riper, fuller-bodied wines than those grown in chalk. Kent’s sparkling wines often have apple and elderflower aromas, bringing an essence of English hedgerows to your glass.

      Surrey: Surrey, extending from Farnham to the White Cliffs of Dover, is a sunny region with chalky soils similar to those in the French region of Champagne – perfect for producing top-notch English sparkling wines. Influenced by the local chalky soil, Surrey’s sparkling wines are known for their flinty, mineral character, citrus scent and lively acidity.

      Hampshire: Vineyards dot the rolling hills of Hampshire’s South Downs. With its free-draining chalk soils similar to those in Champagne, Hampshire is home to Hattingley Valley, newcomer Black Chalk and England’s oldest commercial vineyard – Hambledon, founded in 1951 by Sir Guy Salisbury-Jones.

      Other Regions: Other areas of production include Cambridgeshire, Essex and Suffolk, all areas with promising vineyards full of aromatic, elegant varieties including Chardonnay and Riesling. Vineyards are also found in Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Yorkshire and Wales.

      What grapes are grown in Britain?

      Chardonnay: This variety thrives in Sussex and Kent’s chalky soils and is a key variety in English sparkling wines.

      Pinot Noir and Meunier: Typically blended with Chardonnay to create Britain’s refreshing and popular traditional-method sparkling wines.

      Bacchus: England’s signature white grape, often compared to Sauvignon Blanc. Bacchus produces aromatic, fresh white wines with green and citrus fruit flavours, often with a distinctive elderflower note.

      Ortega: This grape is well-suited for Britain’s varied climate, creating well-balanced white wines with peach and apricot flavours.

      What is English sparkling wine?

      A large portion of Britain’s wine industry rests on the shoulders of its premium sparkling wine. Made using a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier – the same grapes used to make Champagne – and the same method, English sparkling wines are bright and delightful, with complex flavours of citrus and green apple, plus hints of toasted brioche.

      Learn more in our beginner's guide to English sparkling wine.



      What other types of British wines are there?

      Besides sparkling wine, Britain is also known for its still red, white and rosé wines. The most common and popular are Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.

      Chardonnay grapes thrive in the cool climates and free-draining soils in Sussex and Kent. British Chardonnay wines are characteristically pale yellow with refreshing tart green apple and lemon flavours. Some British wineries age their Chardonnay in oak. When they do, the wines darken to a pale gold colour and develop hints of vanilla and cedar.

      Other white varieties such as Bacchus, Ortega, Seyval Blanc and Reichensteiner also thrive here. Bacchus is a particularly successful variety for still white wines, showing crisp acidity and aromatic flavours.

      British Pinot Noirs are elegant, medium-bodied wines, bursting with juicy red berry flavours, including raspberry and cherry, balanced by savoury, earthy hints.

      What foods pair well with British wines?

      British sparkling wine is incredibly food-friendly, pairing well with shellfish and seafood, especially the equally iconic British dish – fish and chips. The wine’s citrus flavours and fizzy texture suit the delicate, flaky fish, while its high acidity and lively bubbles cut through the richness of the crispy batter.

      Chicken and pork-based dishes also pair deliciously with a glass of English sparkling wine, especially when they have creamy or herby sauces and are served with vibrant and fresh steamed greens.

      Still white wines, particularly Bacchus, pair beautifully with lighter dishes, salads, and seafood, echoing its fresh, crisp qualities. A tart, citrusy British Chardonnay suits simple dishes featuring cod, lemon sole or shellfish such as cockles and prawns.

      English Pinot Noir can complement grilled salmon, roast chicken and charcuterie.

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