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Oriana Golden Spur Brut: English Sparkling Wine Rave Reviews from Top Wine Experts
Oriana Golden Spur Brut, the premium English sparkling wine from The Weyborne Estate, continues to captivate wine lovers and critics alike.
Celebrating the rolling hills and lush orchards of the English countryside, this luminous sparkling wine has been praised as mesmerising, rich, and elegantly expressive, a true standout in the world of English sparkling wines.
Matthew Jukes: “Utterly Mesmerised”
Renowned wine critic Matthew Jukes, writing for Vineyard, described Oria
Apr 8


Oriana Golden Spur Brut English Sparkling Wine Launches on Ocado
There are moments when something exceptional becomes effortlessly accessible, and this is one of them.
Oriana Golden Spur Brut, the English sparkling wine from The Weyborne Estate, is now available at Ocado, ready to be delivered straight to your door.
Crafted in West Sussex, Oriana Golden Spur captures the character of the South Downs in every glass. Expect fresh orchard fruits and citrus, subtle brioche and toasted almond and fine, elegant mousse. Balanced, bright, an
Apr 8


Snow-Covered Vineyards at The Weyborne Estate | Winter Dormancy & Vineyard Magic
Discover the quiet magic of winter at The Weyborne Estate in the South Downs, West Sussex, where snow-covered vineyards enter a vital period of dormancy. Learn how winter rest, frost and soil balance shape the character, purity and elegance of English wine and English sparkling wine. From biodiversity to vine health, explore why this season of stillness is essential to every Weyborne vintage.
Jan 30


Valentine’s Day, English Sparkling Wine | The Perfect Pairing Recipe: Pappardelle Bolognese
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a romantic dinner for two: silky pappardelle tossed in slow-simmered Bolognese, perfectly paired with Oriana Golden Spur, a premium English sparkling wine from The Weyborne Estate. Rich, comforting, and deeply satisfying, this elegant recipe balances hearty flavours with bright, creamy bubbles, creating a memorable, indulgent meal ideal for a cozy Valentine’s evening at home.
Jan 30


Elizabeth Hawthorthwaite in elizabethandwine.com "Easily one of the best English sparklings out there"
My Favourite English Sparkling:
Weyborne Oriana Golden Spur
The latest release from the talented wine maker Ben Abric at Weyborne. You can enjoy this as an aperitif, its lifted citrus, orchard fruit full of energy makes it fun to drink with smoked salmon bellinis all afternoon. It would be equally at home with grilled seabass because of the subtle oxidative winemaking adds depth and complexity to this wine with a savoury nuance. You’ll find it at Noma and Harrods — and it’s
Dec 28, 2025


Tina Gellie in Decanter "Opulence, depth and texture"
A toast to the happy couple. Weyborne Estate general manager Ben Abric shared a charming analogy for the difference between the still-maturing 2022 vintage of the West Sussex sparkling estate’s Oriana cuvée and the Oriana Golden Spur, the early release of the same wine.
‘The Golden Spur is your daughter celebrating her engagement. And then in a few months she will celebrate her wedding!’
Dec 15, 2025


Managing Director Benjamin Abric Joins David Kermode on The Drink Hour
Managing Director Benjamin Abric joins David as a guest on The Drink Hour to discuss the vision, progress, and future of The Weyborne Estate.
The Drinking Hour: With David Kermode - FoodFM, Episode 237 - Benjamin Abric, Weyborne Estate, 24th October 2025
Nov 26, 2025


A Record-Breaking 2025 Harvest, Brimming with Promise at The Weyborne Estate
We are thrilled to announce that the 2025 harvest at The Weyborne Estate has concluded — and not just on time, but ahead of schedule. For the first time in our history, we completed the harvest by October 1st, marking both the earliest and quickest harvest we've ever experienced.
This achievement is a testament to the exceptional growing conditions we've enjoyed throughout the season. A warm, dry summer provided the perfect climate for our vines, allowing the grapes to rip
Oct 10, 2025


Oriana 2019: The Best of the Best English Sparkling Wine
We are thrilled to share that our Oriana Brut 2019 has been awarded a 2025 IWSC Trophy, recognising it as the best of the best English sparkling wine.
The International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) is one of the world’s most respected wine competitions. Each year, wines are blind-tasted and awarded medals — Bronze, Silver, or Gold. From these Gold-winning wines, the judges select a single Trophy winner in each category — the wine that truly stands out for excellence.
Oct 10, 2025


Oriana 2019 Wins IWSC Gold Trophy for "Sparkling Success Stories" in 2025 Awards
Following the IWSC 2025 Wine Judging earlier this year, we are thrilled to be named in this year’s IWSC Wine Trophy winners. These awards celebrate the very best of the competition, recognising bottles that stood out as truly exceptional.
This year, 40 Wine Trophies were awarded across still, sparkling, and fortified categories—each a mark of outstanding craftsmanship and character.
Sparkling Success Stories:
English sparkling wines once again.
Sep 19, 2025


Deep Roots and High Hopes: A Vineyard Update as Harvest Nears
As we move through the height of summer, the growing season at The Weyborne Estate is progressing beautifully. While many in the world of agriculture have faced a challenging year — from gardeners contending with unseasonable weather to farmers watching yields suffer and prices quadruple — we have high hopes our vines will tell a different story.
It’s a reminder of the quiet advantage that time and care can bring. Our vines are now well established, their roots stretching
Sep 3, 2025


Oriana 2019 — Now Among Harrods’ Finest
From the rolling vineyards of our South Downs estate to the shelves of one of the world’s most iconic department stores, Oriana’s journey in 2025 continues to gather momentum. Even after a golden start to the year with five new awards — including three Golds — our award-winning English sparkling is set to reach new heights this month as it takes its place at Harrods, joining an illustrious line-up of destinations that already includes Nobu and Claridge’s.
To see Oriana pla
Sep 3, 2025


Discover The Weyborne Estate’s New Website — Premium English Sparkling Wine Online
We’re delighted to unveil our new website — an online oasis designed to reflect the beauty, craft and quiet ambition of The Weyborne Estate.
Just as each bottle of our English sparkling wine tells a story of place and precision, this new site has been thoughtfully reimagined to offer a deeper glimpse into who we are — our present, our purpose, and our future.
Step inside and you’ll discover:
Stories from the vineyard, insights into our commitment to sustainable agricultu
Jun 26, 2025


Oriana 2019 Shines on the World Stage with Gold and Silver Honours for Our South Downs English Sparkling Wine
From our South Downs estate to a global stage, something quietly beautiful has been unfolding at The Weyborne, 2025 is proving an outstanding year for our English sparkling.
Our Oriana 2019 has been honoured with a series of distinguished international awards.
This year, Oriana 2019 has been awarded 5 awards -Gold – Sommelier Wine Awards 2025,Gold – IWSC 2025,Gold – The Drinks Business Global Sparkling Masters, Silver – Decanter World Wine Awards 2025 and Silver – Internat
Jun 15, 2025
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