The English are the sixth largest consumers of wine worldwide, but the climate is marginal for viticulture - it’s often too cold to allow grapes to ripen sufficiently. Since 2005, slightly warmer summers have encouraged the growth of English wine vineyards on the South coast of Britain. Since there’s been little time to lay bottles down, and only early-ripening grapes stand much of a chance even now, the English wine scene is dominated by young wines made from Reichensteiner, Müller-Thurgau, and the aromatic Bacchus grape.
But the biggest success story in English wine is sparkling: award winning English sparkling wines have performed well in international competitions, sometimes beating French wines. The secret? The southern counties of England have the same soil type as the Champagne region itself, and the cool air is just right for Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier grapes.
Bottle 75cl £33.10
Vibrant yet understated, this fizz is in its element at home on a Tuesday evening or at a party celebrating one of life’s big moments. An engaging expression of Digby’s vivacious house style, it stems from England’s most lush Pinot Noir with rich, aged Chardonnay and plummy Pinot Meunier.Armit Wines
moreBottle 75cl £31.10
Zesty, fragrant and fresh. This delicious English Sparkler has plenty of panache and all the complexity of its famous French counterparts. Apple and crunchy orchard fruits come to the fore on a wave of fine bubbles, brimming with vibrancy and depth. Whether as an aperitif or paired with food this is utterly charming.Armit Wines
moreBottle 75cl £40.10
Bottle 75cl £48.12
With a remarkable generosity of spirit, this 2009 Vintage Rosé draws from the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from our partner vineyards in South East England. The essence of English summer luxury: fresh roses and strawberries match with a deeper smokey richness over seven years of ageing before release in Magnum help make this gentlemanly food-friendly fizz that can be...
moreBottle 75cl £48.12
Zesty, fragrant and fresh. This delicious English Sparkler has plenty of panache and all the complexity of its famous French counterparts. Apple and crunchy orchard fruits come to the fore on a wave of fine bubbles, brimming with vibrancy and depth. Whether as an aperitif or paired with food this is utterly charming.Armit Wines
moreBottle 75cl £40.10
An intriguing character, elegant with a certain raciness, this award-winning vintage is our blend of hand-harvested English Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes ripened in 2009’s gloriously sunny September. Refined bubbles deliver a crisp, refreshing apple and peach character, with a creamy biscuit finish. An inspired dining partner with smoked salmon or the most delectable oddities from your local...
moreMagnum 150cl £100.20
Magnum 150cl £100.20
With a remarkable generosity of spirit, this 2009 Vintage Rosé draws from the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes from Southern England, yielding a refined yet exuberant wine. Delicate bubbles carry the essence of an English summer: fresh roses, strawberries and impromptu picnics. Extra time on yeast lees gives delicious toasty characters, so Digby’s Rosé is ideal for pre-dinner drinks...
moreMagnum 150cl £110.20
Magnum 150cl £100.20
Magnum 150cl £100.20
Bottle 75cl £31.10
Case of 6 £186.54
Vibrant yet understated, this fizz is in its element at home on a Tuesday evening or at a party celebrating one of life’s big moments. An engaging expression of Digby’s vivacious house style, it stems from England’s most lush Pinot Noir with rich, aged Chardonnay and plummy Pinot Meunier.Armit Wines
moreBottle 75cl £31.10
Bottle 75cl £33.10
Case of 6 £198.54
Bottle 75cl £33.10
Bottle 75cl £40.10
Case of 6 £240.54
Zesty, fragrant and fresh. This delicious English Sparkler has plenty of panache and all the complexity of its famous French counterparts. Apple and crunchy orchard fruits come to the fore on a wave of fine bubbles, brimming with vibrancy and depth. Whether as an aperitif or paired with food this is utterly charming.Armit Wines
moreBottle 75cl £40.10
Bottle 75cl £40.10
Case of 6 £240.56
Zesty, fragrant and fresh. This delicious English Sparkler has plenty of panache and all the complexity of its famous French counterparts. Apple and crunchy orchard fruits come to the fore on a wave of fine bubbles, brimming with vibrancy and depth. Whether as an aperitif or paired with food this is utterly charming.Armit Wines
moreBottle 75cl £40.10
Bottle 75cl £48.12
Case of 6 £288.60
With a remarkable generosity of spirit, this 2009 Vintage Rosé draws from the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from our partner vineyards in South East England. The essence of English summer luxury: fresh roses and strawberries match with a deeper smokey richness over seven years of ageing before release in Magnum help make this gentlemanly food-friendly fizz that can be...
moreBottle 75cl £48.12
Bottle 75cl £48.12
Case of 6 £288.60
Bottle 75cl £48.12
Magnum 150cl £100.20
Case of 3 £300.60
An intriguing character, elegant with a certain raciness, this award-winning vintage is our blend of hand-harvested English Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes ripened in 2009’s gloriously sunny September. Refined bubbles deliver a crisp, refreshing apple and peach character, with a creamy biscuit finish. An inspired dining partner with smoked salmon or the most delectable oddities from your local...
moreMagnum 150cl £100.20
Magnum 150cl £110.20
Case of 3 £330.58
With a remarkable generosity of spirit, this 2009 Vintage Rosé draws from the best Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes from Southern England, yielding a refined yet exuberant wine. Delicate bubbles carry the essence of an English summer: fresh roses, strawberries and impromptu picnics. Extra time on yeast lees gives delicious toasty characters, so Digby’s Rosé is ideal for pre-dinner drinks...
moreMagnum 150cl £110.20
