Dedham Vale Sparkling Wine

The amount of vineyards across the UK is increasing to include not only the southern region, but out across other areas too including north of England and the south west. Essex which falls in to the region of East Anglia boasts an increasing number also that includes Dedham Vale Vineyard which lays in the northern part of the county in the region known as the Constable Country thanks to the splendid surrounding countryside.

“There are now over 1,000 vineyards across the UK and well over 4,000 hectares of planted vines as of early 2024. No longer is English wine merely a fad, it is a solid growing trend that shows no signs of abating. The reports on English wines, especially over the last ten years, are all positive including in 2021 an English Sparkling Wine being named the best in the world. With a growing number of vineyards and producers, choice increases and so does availability – English wine, and especially sparkling, is here to stay!” Christopher Walkey – Founder of GlassofBubbly.com

 

Dedham Vale Vineyard holds 40 acres of vines, woods and pasture on the edge of the Dedham Vale region which is classed as an area of outstanding beauty. It is a family run vineyard that produces six styles of English wines along with cider and fruit liqueurs, they also put on events such as wine & cider festivals and live music events to engage the local community.

During harvest time of the grapes local volunteers are able to partake in the picking of fruit from the vines.

“We enjoyed a wonderful day of grape picking at Dedham Vale. Yes, you can take part in grape picking, just contact you local English vineyard who usually look for volunteers yearly to help to pick their grapes which takes place end of September and early October depending on the yearly weather patterns.” Eve Walkey – Founder of GlassofBubbly.com