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The Best Wine Bars in West Sussex

Find the best wine bars in West Sussex, from quaint country pubs to sleek city venues, offering carefully curated wine lists, tapas, and memorable experiences for every wine enthusiast.

What to Drink on Bonfire Night: English Wine Pairings and Party Ideas

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Plan a stylish Bonfire Night with festive entertaining tips, seasonal recipes, and perfect English wine pairings to create a cosy, memorable Guy Fawkes celebration.

A Guide To English Wine Harvest: Weather, Timing, and Challenges

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Ever wondered how English grapes thrive in a cool climate? This guide explores the harvest, from weather and grape ripeness to vineyard challenges and harvesting methods.

A Glass of Bolney Wine Awaits You at Historic Sussex Hotels

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Bolney’s sparkling wine is now the exclusive pour at Historic Sussex Hotels. Discover where to sip our local fizz, plan a luxury stay, and visit the vineyard.

Grubbing Up: Why We’re Replanting 10,000 Vines

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We’re uprooting our original vines to secure our future. Discover the two-year replanting plan, the classic grape varieties we’re choosing, and how to see this transformation in action.

Encore! Bolney Wine Returns to Glyndebourne Opera House for Autumn

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Two Sussex icons unite! Bolney is the official Wine Partner for Glyndebourne Opera House. Find your perfect glass of local English sparkling and still wine across the entire spectacular estate.

Golden Days at Bolney: Inside England’s Earliest Wine Harvest Yet

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Bolney Estate celebrates a spectacular, early 2025 harvest! Uninterrupted sunshine and low humidity yielded exceptional fruit quality, promising bold, structured English wines in the future.

Unique Gift Ideas: An English Vineyard Tour They’ll Never Forget

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Thinking of a unique present? Learn why a vineyard tour gift is the perfect choice, offering guided tastings, luxury English wines, and a memorable countryside experience.

How to Send a Wine Gift

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Gift wine with confidence using our guide. From choosing the perfect bottle to elegant packaging, safe shipping, and thoughtful extras, ensure every wine gift is memorable, polished, and arrives on...

Discover Beautiful Wine Gift Sets

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Why Is Wine So Romantic?

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Explore why wine is so romantic, from ancient Egyptian rituals to modern date nights, and learn how it has inspired intimacy, celebration, and shared moments throughout history.

Why Bolney Switched to Cork: Sustainability, Quality, and Wine Tradition

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Bolney switched to corks for our Estate Range! Partnering with Amorim ensures TCA-free closures, improving ageing, quality, and sustainability.

Celebrate Love With Perfect Valentine’s Wine Pairings

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Choose the perfect English wines for your Christmas dinner, creating moments of joy and celebration with every glass raised.

The Essential Christmas Gift Guide for Wine Lovers

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This festive season, discover the art of gifting with our curated selection of Christmas wine gifts for the connoisseurs in your life.

Christmas Wine Pairings Made Easy

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Choose the perfect English wines for your Christmas dinner, creating moments of joy and celebration with every glass raised.

Bolney Wines and Cheese Pairings: An Exquisite Fusion of Flavours

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Indulge in Bolney Wine Estate’s exquisite wine and cheese pairings. Experience the perfect fusion of flavours, where each sip and bite creates a memorable and delightful symphony on your...

Is Prosecco Sparkling Wine? All Your Questions Answered

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There are key differences between Prosecco and Sparkling Wine which we explore here. We answer all your questions about Prosecco so you can make the most informed choice of wine.

Learn How Janet and Sam Transformed Bolney Wine Estate

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This International Women’s Day, we want to highlight an important story that lies at the centre of this history and shines light on two inspiring women who have been instrumental to our growth and...

Does Sparkling Wine Pop Like Champagne?

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Sparkling wine does pop like Champagne when it’s opened. If you have a bottle of sparkling wine that you want to open with a flourish for a celebration, this guide will show you.

How to Open a Bottle of Sparkling Wine

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Learning how to open a bottle of sparkling wine the right way ensures you minimise spillage, spray, and wastage. Read our article to discover pro tips.

How Do You Store Sparkling Wine Properly?

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How to store sparkling wine depends on many factors. here you can discover expert tips on how to store your bottles the right way.

How to Recork Sparkling Wine & Keep the Fizz Fresh

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This guide takes you through the simple steps to recorking and provides alternative methods for storing opened sparkling wine if you don’t have the means to recork.

How Is Sparkling Wine Made?

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Learning how sparkling wine is made helps you to make the best decision about which wine is best for you; different production methods yield different results, affecting quality, style, and price...

How to Choose the Right Sparkling Wine for You

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This guide breaks down different types of sparkling wines and their flavours, so you are better equipped to make the best choice for you.

Is Chardonnay a Sparkling Wine?

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Learn all about Chardonnay the wine and Chardonnay the grape variety in this guide, which also explains how Chardonnay grapes are essential for sparkling wine production.

How to Drink Sparkling Wine Like a Professional

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This guide will teach you all the elements that go into drinking a sparkling wine like a sommelier, from opening a bottle properly to serving temperature, appropriate glasses, and proper tasting...

How to Taste Wine Properly: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

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Learning how to taste wine properly will open you up to a world of sensory pleasure. Wine tasting can have a bad rep, being associated with snobbiness and seemingly nonsensical descriptions of...

Interview with Cara-Lee, Winery Productions and Operations Manager

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This week, we’ve spent some time in the winery to catch up with our Winery Product and Operations Manager, Cara-Lee.

Is Sparkling Wine Champagne?

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There are many rules and regulations surrounding Champagne viticulture (which refers to the cultivation of grapevines), including pruning, degree of pressing, and how long the bottles must be aged....

What Is Cava? A Beginner’s Guide to Everything Cava

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The method for Cava production is called the “traditional method” which is also the production method for Champagne. Learn all about it here.

Who Invented Sparkling Wine? How England Paved the Way

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Contrary to popular belief, sparkling wine was invented in England. Learn all about our fabulous history here.

What is Champagne? All Your Questions Answered

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Champagne is a type of sparkling wine which is produced in a specific region in the northeast of France, called the Champagne wine region. Learn everything you need to know here.

What is Cuvée Wine? A Winemaker’s Guide

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What is cuvée in wine? What does this fancy-sounding word mean? All the questions you wanted are answered here.

Does Sparkling Wine Go Off? The Complete Guide

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Does sparkling wine go off? Learn how to tell if your bottle has expired and how long an unopened bottle of sparkling wine lasts with this simple guide.

What Is Sparkling Wine? A Sommelier’s Definitive Guide

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What is sparkling wine? This simple guide explains everything you need to know, from the difference between dry & sweet sparkling wine to how it’s made.

How Long Does Wine Last Unopened? All Your Questions Answered

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Need to know how long wine lasts unopened? We answer all questions in this simple guide, including how long red, white, rosé & sparkling wines last.

Spring into Sussex

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As mornings get brighter and daffodils decorate the woodlands, spring has truly sprung here in Sussex. Warmer temperatures are very much welcomed as we head out into the sunshine and enjoy the...

Top 5 Father’s Day Activities In Sussex

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Celebrate the men who raised us —our role models and best friends —with our list of the top 5 Father’s Day activities for 2022 to truly show them how much they mean to you.

Celebrating International Women’s Day: Meet our Winemaker, Cara Lee Dely

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When Sam Linter, Bolney MD and Head Winemaker, first took the reins of Bolney back in 1995, she was determined to make a change. For Sam, it wasn’t just about pushing boundaries when it came to...

Bolney Wine Estate celebrates 50th anniversary

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Bolney Wine Estate, the Sussex based vineyard producing award-winning still and sparkling English wines, is proud to be celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Fifty years ago, English wine was...

Thoughtful experiences that every mother would love

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She treats you throughout the year and is always there when you need her, so how do you show her, or that special someone, just how much they mean to you? Whether it’s quality time together, a...

January in the Vineyard

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Clear blue skies, winter sunshine and glistening frost decorating the vines, visiting our Estate in the winter is just as breathtaking as it is in the summer.

Unique Valentine’s Day ideas

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Whether you love the buzz or loathe the sea of red and pink everywhere you look, there’s no hiding from the plethora of hearts, cheesy cards, and luxury chocolate boxes as we approach 14th...

Freixenet Copestick acquires English winery, Bolney Wine Estate.

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Freixenet Copestick strengthens its position as the leading sparkling wine supplier in England with the acquisition of the renowned English sparkling wine and wine cellar Bolney. The transaction took...

The best vegan wines for Veganuary

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It’s no secret that the vegan movement is gaining momentum year on year, and with new products launching daily and restaurants boasting plant-powered menus, it’s an exciting time to take the...

Our guide to the perfect wedding wines

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Whichever part of your wedding day you are thinking about, there is one thing that will feature in almost every moment of your celebrations…the wedding wine. Here at Bolney, we (naturally) know a...

A look back at Bolney 2021

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As 2021 draws to a close, we’re taking a look back at a year of Bolney. It’s been another unprecedented year with it’s fair share of challenges, but we’ve also had lots to celebrate. Much of...

Sparkling Wines to celebrate with this New Year’s Eve

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The presents may have been opened but the festivities are far from over. If you’re looking for the best champagne alternative for new year’s, why not try English wine? Whether you’re having a...

‘What sets a Magnum apart?’ – your questions answered

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What’s better than one bottle of English wine? The answer may be two, but that’s not the only reason why magnums grow more popular year on year. Whether it’s as a showstopper at a dinner party...

The Best Wine and Food Pairings for Christmas Day

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The gifts have been wrapped, the stockings filled, and the Christmas dinner is gently sizzling in the oven; all that’s left now is to pop open the wine! Read on to discover the best Christmas wines...

5 Best Places To Enjoy A Roast Dinner In Sussex

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What greater comfort on a chilly Sunday afternoon than a traditional roast dinner with all the trimmings? Luckily for us, Sussex offers a range of unique restaurants and pubs that serve a mean Sunday...

Gift Guide: The Best Christmas Gifts For Him

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Step away from the socks and aftershave and win his heart with our holiday gifts for him, for every personality. From the classic wine connoisseur to the cocktail lover and beyond, discover our...

The Bolney Christmas Gift Guide for Her

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Christmas is a wonderful time of year, but there is no sugar coating that it can be that little bit stressful when it comes to choosing the perfect gift.

Meet the Team: Vineyard and Winery

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As our 2021 harvest continues, we wanted to celebrate some of our amazing team who have made it such a success. From our vineyard team who have worked around the clock to care for our grapes over the...

Autumnal Walks to enjoy in West Sussex

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With the cooler weather drawing in, there’s no better time to experience Sussex in its autumnal glory as leaves turn orange and crunch underneath your walking boots. Whether you’re a seasoned...

Bolney Wine Estate launch at The Hari

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From September 2021, we are proud to announce that Bolney Wine Estate is the exclusive English Wine partner of 5* boutique The Hari Hotel, London.

Supplier of the Month – Love Cocoa

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This month we are proud to have added Love Cocoa to our range of luxury, British suppliers, both in store and online. We spoke to the team at Love Cocoa to find out more about their chocolate, their...

Foraging British Seasonal Berries

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Our Guided by Nature ethos leads everything we do here at Bolney, including the food we serve. We’re lucky that our Estate is home to some incredible foraging opportunities, and our chefs love to...

Preparing for Harvest 2021

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August has been another busy month at Bolney, and thanks to the fantastic work from our team the vines are thriving, and the grapes are growing, which is always welcome news.

The Art of Afternoon Tea in Sussex

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Fresh sandwiches, fluffy light scones decorated in fruity preserve and clotted cream, it can only be the truly decadent tradition of English Afternoon Tea that we are talking about.

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The Best Wine Bars in West Sussex

What to Drink on Bonfire Night: English Wine Pairings and Party Ideas

A Guide To English Wine Harvest: Weather, Timing, and Challenges

A Glass of Bolney Wine Awaits You at Historic Sussex Hotels

Grubbing Up: Why We’re Replanting 10,000 Vines

Encore! Bolney Wine Returns to Glyndebourne Opera House for Autumn

Golden Days at Bolney: Inside England’s Earliest Wine Harvest Yet

Unique Gift Ideas: An English Vineyard Tour They’ll Never Forget

How to Send a Wine Gift

Discover Beautiful Wine Gift Sets

Why Is Wine So Romantic?

Why Bolney Switched to Cork: Sustainability, Quality, and Wine Tradition

Celebrate Love With Perfect Valentine’s Wine Pairings

The Essential Christmas Gift Guide for Wine Lovers

Christmas Wine Pairings Made Easy

Bolney Wines and Cheese Pairings: An Exquisite Fusion of Flavours

Is Prosecco Sparkling Wine? All Your Questions Answered

Learn How Janet and Sam Transformed Bolney Wine Estate

Does Sparkling Wine Pop Like Champagne?

How to Open a Bottle of Sparkling Wine

How Do You Store Sparkling Wine Properly?

How to Recork Sparkling Wine & Keep the Fizz Fresh

How Is Sparkling Wine Made?

How to Choose the Right Sparkling Wine for You

Is Chardonnay a Sparkling Wine?

How to Drink Sparkling Wine Like a Professional

How to Taste Wine Properly: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

Interview with Cara-Lee, Winery Productions and Operations Manager

Is Sparkling Wine Champagne?

What Is Cava? A Beginner’s Guide to Everything Cava

Who Invented Sparkling Wine? How England Paved the Way

What is Champagne? All Your Questions Answered

What is Cuvée Wine? A Winemaker’s Guide

Does Sparkling Wine Go Off? The Complete Guide

What Is Sparkling Wine? A Sommelier’s Definitive Guide

How Long Does Wine Last Unopened? All Your Questions Answered

Spring into Sussex

Top 5 Father’s Day Activities In Sussex

Celebrating International Women’s Day: Meet our Winemaker, Cara Lee Dely

Bolney Wine Estate celebrates 50th anniversary

Thoughtful experiences that every mother would love

January in the Vineyard

Unique Valentine’s Day ideas

Freixenet Copestick acquires English winery, Bolney Wine Estate.

The best vegan wines for Veganuary

Our guide to the perfect wedding wines

A look back at Bolney 2021

Sparkling Wines to celebrate with this New Year’s Eve

‘What sets a Magnum apart?’ – your questions answered

The Best Wine and Food Pairings for Christmas Day

5 Best Places To Enjoy A Roast Dinner In Sussex

Gift Guide: The Best Christmas Gifts For Him

The Bolney Christmas Gift Guide for Her

Meet the Team: Vineyard and Winery

Autumnal Walks to enjoy in West Sussex

Bolney Wine Estate launch at The Hari

Supplier of the Month – Love Cocoa

Foraging British Seasonal Berries

Preparing for Harvest 2021

The Art of Afternoon Tea in Sussex