English Wine Week
| English Wine Week | |
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| Status | Active |
| Genre | English Wine |
| Date(s) | 21st - 29th June |
| Frequency | Annually |
| Country | England |
| Inaugurated | June 21, 2006 |
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| Organised by | Wines of Great Britain (WinesGB) |
| Website | [English Wine Week] |
English Wine Week is an annual wine event that celebrates English wine.[2]
History
[edit]English Wine Week was first establish in 2006 by Wines of Britain (WinesGB)[3]l
As of 2025 English whisky week has active for 19 years.[4]
Participants
[edit]Organised by various vineyards, wine producers, and related establishments, the event features a diverse range of activities, including wine tastings, festivals, and culinary experiences, showcasing the quality and diversity of English wines. Below is a summary of notable events:[5]
Three Choirs Vineyards
[edit]Wine Tasting
[edit]On 19–20 June 2024, Three Choirs Vineyards, one of England's oldest and largest vineyards, hosted a wine tasting event, allowing visitors to sample a selection of their award-winning wines produced in Gloucestershire.
Gusbourne Vineyard
[edit]Al Fresco Picnic
[edit]Held on 15 or 16 June 2024, Gusbourne Vineyard in Kent offered an al fresco picnic experience, combining their sparkling and still wines with locally sourced food in a scenic vineyard setting.
Barbecue
[edit]On 21 June 2024, Gusbourne hosted a barbecue event, featuring their wines paired with grilled dishes.
Gusbourne Icons Experience
[edit]On 22 June 2024, the vineyard presented a curated tasting experience focusing on their flagship wines, highlighting their expertise in producing premium English sparkling wines.
Water Lane, Hawkhurst
[edit]English Wine Fair
[edit]On 15 June 2024, Water Lane in Hawkhurst, Kent, organised an English Wine Fair, showcasing a variety of wines from local and regional producers, offering visitors the opportunity to explore and purchase English wines.
Vineyards of Hampshire
[edit]Fizz Fest
[edit]On 23 June 2024, the Vineyards of Hampshire collective hosted Fizz Fest, a festival celebrating English sparkling wines. The event featured tastings, vineyard tours, and educational sessions about Hampshire’s growing reputation as a sparkling wine region.
Leeds Castle
[edit]Castle View Restaurant Wine Showcase
[edit]On 9 June 2024, the Castle View Restaurant at Leeds Castle, Kent, offered a by-the-glass selection of English wines as part of English Wine Week. Featured wines included those from Chapel Down, Wildshark, and Domaine Evremond, highlighting the diversity of Kentish wine production.
Tinwood Estate
[edit]Chocolate and Wine Tasting
[edit]On 18 June 2024, Tinwood Estate in West Sussex hosted a chocolate and wine tasting event, pairing their sparkling wines with artisanal chocolates.
Farm Shop Mayfair
[edit]Wine Tasting
[edit]On 19 June 2024, Farm Shop Mayfair in London held a wine tasting event featuring a selection of English wines.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "English Wine Week 2025, what's it about and what's happening in Sussex?". www.experiencesussex.com. 2025-06-09. Retrieved 2025-06-10.
- ^ "English Wine Week 2025 | Global Awareness Days Events Calendar 2025". Retrieved 2025-06-10.
- ^ "12 of the best wines for English Wine Week 2024". The Three Drinkers. June 13, 2024.
- ^ admin (2022-05-11). "English Wine Week 2022: What You Need to Know". Grape Britannia. Retrieved 2025-06-10.
- ^ "Celebrate English Wine Week at Leeds Castle's Castle View Restaurant". Kent Online. 2025-06-08. Retrieved 2025-06-10.