Top Vine News
Is low and no alcohol wine the future?
1st April 2025
Retailers are reporting a growing demand for alcohol-free drinks – but producing quality low and no alcohol wine presents challenges. Sarah Kidby spoke to the experts to find out if a zero alcohol English wine could be on the horizon.
Niab’s oenologist Dr Belinda Kemp receives prestigious appointment
30th March 2025
Niab’s viticulture and oenology research leader Dr Belinda Kemp has been appointed as the vice-president of the Microbiology Expert Group in the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV).
Wine industry boss reacts to Spring Statement
26th March 2025
“The UK wine sector needs support to grow in order to become the world’s next great wine region,” said the WineGB leader while commenting on the Spring Statement given by chancellor Rachel Reeves earlier today.
Grower Profiles
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Latest Grower Profiles
Forty Hall Vineyard – Growing grapes in London for the good of people, not profit
19th February 2025
Forty Hall Vineyard is London’s only commercial-scale vineyard, and is run as a not-for-profit social enterprise. Its head of operations, Emma Lundie, explained how it works to Fruit & Vine editor Rachel Hicks.
Iconic jam business blends a rich history with modern techniques
5th December 2024
Wilkin & Sons is world-renowned for its jams, produced in Tiptree, Essex for over 130 years – with its Little Scarlet strawberry jam even finding favour with 007. Sarah Kidby visited the farms and factory to learn more about its enterprise.
Rolling hills, roaming deer and award-winning wines
6th November 2024
Based in the Cotswolds, the family behind Deer Park Wines are passionate about producing award-winning English wines, with a commitment to quality and sustainability. Rachel Hicks reports.
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