π England
The bulk of Britain's vineyards, mostly in the south.
England is the main part of British vineyards, located mostly in the south. Not long ago English wine seemed a rarity, but today viticulture here has grown noticeably. A warming climate helps grapes ripen, and the gentle chalk hills of the south resemble neighbouring parts of France.
The main areas are South-East England, South-West England, East Anglia, the Thames Valley and Chilterns, the West Midlands and Northern England, which includes Yorkshire. Grapes such as Bacchus, Solaris and Rondo are grown, along with classic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. English sparkling wines are best known, and fresh whites and rosΓ©s are made too.
Labels carry the names "English Wine" and "English Regional Wine", protected under UK rules. England belongs to British wine. The wines here have high acidity and a cool-climate character. To get to know English wine, trips to the counties of the south, where wineries welcome visitors, are a good idea.
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Frequently asked questions
Is wine made in England?
Yes. Vineyards are mostly in the south, and English sparkling wines are best known.
Which grapes grow in England?
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and also Bacchus, Solaris, Rondo and others.
Which names are protected in England?
"English Wine" and "English Regional Wine".
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π Wales Β· π Kent Β· π Hampshire Β· π Cornwall Β· π Crouch Valley (Essex) Β· π South West England
Sources
- GOV.UK: Protected geographical food and drink names (UK GI schemes)
- Wikipedia (en): English wine
- Wikipedia (en): Welsh wine
- WineGB
- Wikipedia (en): England