Kent is having a champagne moment: ‘English wine has gone from a joke to world-class’
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TL;DR
- English wine has transformed from a joke to world-class in three decades.
- Domaine Evremond, 51% owned by Taittinger, is a key player in Kent's burgeoning wine scene.
- The climate in south-east England is becoming increasingly favorable for wine production, similar to Champagne in the 1970s.
- English sparkling wines are receiving critical acclaim, with some even served at state banquets.
- Kent has become a major wine-producing region, with initiatives like the Wine Garden of England and the Kentish Wine Way promoting tourism.
- Several vineyards, including Balfour Winery, Biddenden Vineyards, Chapel Down, Simpons's Wine Estate, and Westwell, offer tours, tastings, and unique visitor experiences.