Mentoring helps farm switch from livestock to growing grapes
With no experience of cultivating vines, mentoring from an established producer has been key in helping a couple move from livestock to growing grapes.
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With no experience of cultivating vines, mentoring from an established producer has been key in helping a couple move from livestock to growing grapes.
We meet some of Wales' wine makers who are beating France and American makers to bag prestigious wine awards
Robb Merchant, the co-owner and director of White Castle Vineyard near Abergavenny, Wales, was awarded an MBE by King Charles III this week for his services to viticulture.
Wales is in a sweet spot for producing wine, say vineyards, with many toasting international awards.
Abergavenny's White Castle Vineyard were awarded the regional trophy, naming them the 'Best in Wales' at a sparkling award ceremony on Friday, July 7.