I love country wine. The huge variety of flavours offers up something perfect for any occasion, and they can even be drunk seasonally (I'm partial to Strawberry Wine in the summer and Mead in the depths of winter).
When I lived in Cheltenham, one of the many high points of the Farmer's Market was a stop at the St. Anne's Vineyard booth, where an endless and always changing choice of delicious, perfectly made country wines was (and still is) on offer. Before moving to Cheltenham I had never tried country wine, and it was St. Anne's Elderflower wine that converted me... and their Mead that made me a bit of a fanatic. This plonk is locally made right in the Cotswolds (Newent) by a couple who clearly know what they're doing and are very passionate about their product, and a tasting is highly recommended if you are passing through. They offer tasting tours to groups of 15-25 and if you miss the farmer's market, are on sale around Gloucestershire.
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Thank you for the read, some great wines. Myself and my husband visited the ruins of Hailes Abbey shortly before a meal at a gorgeous Cotswold Restaurant named the White Hart Inn, and we had a fantastic time walking around taking in the fresh air. We ended up spending a fortune on a few bottles of beautiful merlots. We will be sure to revisit the UK again just for the wine!
Hilary
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