Devon, Cornwall and Suffolk
Lyme Bay Vineyard, Devon – Liam Idzikowski, winemaker: “2018 is a fantastic year for the still and sparkling winemakers of England and Wales. But for those who have planted in the right places and have dared to aim for still, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay have seen something really special, with incredible flavours and balance that should produce world-class still wines.”
Polgoon Vineyard, Cornwall – Clare Woodhouse: “Our harvest has been fantastic this year. We’ve had about 50% more fruit on the vines and great sugar levels. We’ve also had record numbers on our vineyard tours – well over 2000 visitors.”
Giffords Hall, Suffolk – Linda Howard, owner
“Here at Giffords Hall, we are 60% up on last year, getting back to longer term averages. It has been a benign year – lovely quality with high volumes, no disease, and exceptionally high sugars and acidity – just about perfect, with the added bonus of a fair-weather harvest.”
Camel Valley, Cornwall – Bob Lindo:
Annie picking her grapes for the 27th year. Try and stop her! pic.twitter.com/LBMnaPPM0s
— Bob Lindo (@camelvalleybob) September 24, 2018
