Jim's Loire

Concentrating mainly but not exclusively on the Loire's vineyards, its vignerons and their wines along with places to eat and stay. Also covers some recently published wine books – not just from Loire. Regional Chair for Loire @Decanter's World Wine Awards since its inception. Winner of the 2009 Wine Blog Trophy (journalist category) Salon des Vins de Loire. I have a large and expanding library of photos, particularly from the Loire – places, producers, vineyards etc. European.

Showing posts with label English wine. Show all posts

Showing posts with label English wine. Show all posts

Friday, 14 November 2014

Mike Roberts MBE – Ridgeview and Chairman of English Wine Producers dies

Mike Roberts MBE@The Circle of Wine Writers Christmas party December 2012

I am very sorry to hear that 71-year-old Mike Roberts MBE, co-founder of Ridgeview – one of England's leading wine estates, and Chairman of the English Wine Producers, died early this morning. I understand he had been ill for sometime. My sincere condolences to Mike's family and friends.

2012 interview with Wine Searcher magazine.

Here are a few photos of Mike Roberts.

Mike Roberts MBE@The Circle of Wine Writers Christmas party December 2012

Mike@the first International Sparkling Wine Symposium

@Denbies Wine Estate, March 2009

Monday, 10 December 2012

Oz Clarke's views on English wine

Oz Clarke (above and below)

Oz Clarke's gives his views on English wine at the Circle of Wine Writers Christmas Party (4th December 2012)

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