"The world of elite sommeliers demands unparalleled precision, a skill exemplified by the notoriously difficult 'Champagne Pour' challenge. Emma Denney, director of wine at Claridge’s London, understands the exacting standards of sommelier-specific wine competitions, which feature rigorous technical tests and blind tastings. Trophy winners on the world stage, and with England recording the highest Gold success rate among major producers at the International Wine Challenge 2026 (the Oscars of th

Every bottle of The Weyborne begins on our south-facing slopes in the South Downs National Park, but its journey is only complete when it reaches your glass. This summer marks an exciting chapter for the estate as more restaurants and hotels choose to pour Oriana by the glass, introducing our English sparkling wines to guests nationwide. We're delighted to be featured at Teal by Sally Abé, HIDE in London, and throughout the Signet Collection, including Barnsdale, The Retreat at Elcot Park an

There is a quiet magic to the vineyard in midsummer. The long days stretch across the South Downs, the rows glow beneath the evening sun, and the first tiny bunches of grapes begin to emerge. After months of careful pruning, nurturing and anticipation, this is the moment when the vintage truly begins to reveal itself. This year has been one of contrasts. Whilst many vineyards across England faced damaging spring frosts, The Weyborne's unique position at the highest point of the South Downs Nati