Alistair Derby, chief executive of Welsh brewer and pub chain Brains, has called the 16-day Welsh ‘fire-break’ “devastating news”, particularly after the effect of local restrictions introduced last month.

While English wine has been hogging the headlines, it’s important to acknowledge the achievements of producers across the border. We’ve rounded up a selection of Welsh vineyards that are leading the charge. 

Bottlers and Distillers Wales has joined forces with the Vale Resort to construct a distillery and visitor experience at Hensol Castle in South Wales as part of a £7m investment in the 17th century castle.