Food and Drink
British Bubbles
As the English winemaking industry continues to blossom, Olivia Bennett takes a trip to Wiston Estate in the Sussex Downs.
Champagne houses are increasingly turning to the chalky soils of Kent and Sussex to grow the grapes for their famous fizz, so it’s no surprise that England’s own winemaking industry is flourishing, establishing itself as a key player in the global wine landscape. Eager to expand my palate, I found myself on a sunny April day on the train from London to West Sussex’s sprawling Wiston Estate, one such winery...
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