The first ever Vineyard & Winery show took place on
24 November 2021 at the Kent County Showground and proved to be an outstanding success – with a vibrant buzz reflecting a fast growing and buoyant wine sector. Jo Cowderoy, Vineyard magazine editor, reviews the events of the day. 

The New Year will bring a new editor to Vineyard, as from January 2022 the magazine will be in the very capable hands of experienced drinks industry writer Christian Davies. 

On 24 November 2021 at the Kent Country Showground history will be made with the first ever Vineyard & Winery Show – all under one roof and no need to travel abroad! It is a not to be missed event for anyone involved with UK viticulture and wine production. 

Lyme Bay winery, has completely rebranded their still wine packaging to capture the essence of the wineries approach to winemaking. The new labels, designed in partnership with Amphora Design and headed by Neil Tully MW, carry subtle cues of quality with gentle embossing and spot varnish to lift the labels and reflect the quality that is inside the bottle. 

The WineGB Awards, the national competition for the English and Welsh wine industry, is organised and run by WineGB and highlights the winning styles of today. Awarded by top judges led by Susie Barrie MW and Oz Clarke OBE, the competition judging took place between 7-10 June at Ashling Park Estate who kindly provided the venue. 

The International Wine Challenge has announced the winners of its 2021 competition, with the medal results showing how the UK wine map is evolving. While the south of England remains Britain’s wine heartland, medal-winning wines are now being produced throughout the nation, extending out from the established south. Medals were awarded to wines in Staffordshire, Shropshire, Worcestershire and Derbyshire as well as Conwy, Powys and Monmouthshire in Wales.

A celebration of UK wine, a showcase of all that is best in the industry and a premier trade show.

The Vineyard & Winery Show, planned for 24 November 2021 at the Kent County Showground, will be an unmissable event for anyone working in viticulture.

To register for your free ticket to attend please click here

As LBW Drinks goes through a series of big changes Vineyard Magazine caught up with managing director James Lambert to find out the secret to its success.

English sparkling wine brand Nyetimber has begun its pre-planned vineyard expansion by planting 195,000 vines covering 42 hectares at a new site in Kent.

A brand-new campaign has been launched to support the British brewing, distilling and winemaking sectors. Triggered by news of the industry facing difficulties following the closure of pubs, bars and restaurants during the coronavirus pandemic, the #RaiseAGlass campaign has been created to encourage UK drinkers to make local choices and discover the unique gems on their doorstep.