The Top 5 Things to do During English Wine Week 2024: Hattingley Valley Events and More!

English Wine Week has come around again, and this year it’s bigger and better than ever! So, we thought we’d better let you know about some of the exciting things we’ll be getting up to. Of course, we would love to see you there, but if you are unable to attend, not to worry, we’ve got you covered with a special online promotion to celebrate English Wine Week in style. Stay tuned to the end for an exclusive online offer (Or if you are impatient, scroll down to the bottom and get there quicker - we won’t blame you!).  Want to learn more about what English Wine Week is all about? Check out last years blog Celebrate English Wine Week: The Hattingley Way for more information on how it got started.

When is English Wine Week 2024?

Of course, we wouldn't want you to miss out on the celebrations, so mark your calendars, because this year English Wine Week takes place from the 15th to the 23rd of June. With so much to see and do during the week, it's hard to decide where to start. But what we’d recommend is visiting your most local producer first (and if that’s not us, we’d say visit them second!). After all, championing your local English Wine producers is what English Wine Week is all about!

What’s happening for English Wine Week at Hattingley Valley?

As the fastest growing sector of the Agricultural industry in this country, there are now well over 1000 commercial vineyards in English Wine Of course, you won’t be able to visit them all (although, you can certainly try!). We think Hampshire would be a good place to start! But, we wouldn’t want to be too biased, that’s why this year we’re holding events spanning from the bustling metropolis to the tranquil rolling hills of the South Downs.

So, without further ado, here our the top English Wine Week events and promotions we’ll be holding and recommending, during this year's festivities:

1. Atul Kochhar Restaurants - Kanishka and Vaasu Wine Dinners

Our first recommendation comes as a two-for-one, as this English Wine Week we have had the privilege to partner with Michelin-starred chef Atul Kochhar to bring you two fabulous wine dinners, at his London and Marlow restaurants. 

At Kanishka by Atul Kochhar, you'll embark on a journey through pan-Indian cuisine, savouring a variety of tastes, flavours, and textures. On Tuesday, June 18th, join us for an extraordinary English wine dinner at the renowned Mayfair restaurant. The evening will be elevated by the presence of celebrity chef Roy Ner. Together, Kochhar and Ner will create a unique dining experience, matched with pairings of our fine English Wines. It’s a night you certainly won’t want to miss! Find out more information on our events page!

On Wednesday the 19th of June, Vaasu Marlow, will take the spotlight with an exceptional evening of fine dining. Join us for an exclusive dinner and English wine pairing event featuring renowned wine expert Joe Wadsack. Joe will skilfully pair a selection of wines from our Hattingley Valley portfolio with a specially curated five-course menu. This menu highlights the best of modern Indian cuisine, with a focus on the rich culinary traditions of Punjab, Delhi, and Rajasthan, an evening that promises to delight! Find out more on the Vaasu website.

2. The Mutton, Wine Dinner

The Mutton is a fabulous independent pub set in a beautiful location overlooking Hazeley Heath, their cuisine combines creative seasonal dishes with traditional pub favourites; all made using the very best of British ingredients the perfect accompaniment to our fine English Wines. With a keen eye on seasonality, big flavours and beautiful plates, Head Chef Rob Boer has designed a bespoke menu for an evening, in celebration of English Wine Week. Taking place on Tuesday 18th June the dinner will feature a 5-course menu paired alongside our English wines, which promises to be a real treat. Find out more information about the event on their website.

3. Caviste, Barrel Tasting 

For our local customers, we will be holding a celebratory English Wine Week barrel top tasting at Caviste Wine at Newlyns Farm Shop, Hook. This complimentary tasting will be held on Saturday 22nd June between 11am and 4 pm. Rebecca Ford our Regional Sales Manager will be leading the tasting of our three core English sparkling wines: Classic Reserve NV, Sparkling Rosé 2020 and Blanc de Blancs 2015, plus our STILL Chardonnay 2022. This tasting promises to give a great insight in to the Hattingley range and style in celebration of English Wine Week.

4. Chesil Rectory, Promotion

 

In a special English Wine Week promotion, our good friends at Winchester restaurants The Chesil Rectory will be offering an extended list of Hattingley Valley English Wines by the glass. Our premium English STILL and Sparkling Wines including STILL Rosé by the glass, which pairs seamlessly with the delights of The Chesil's new summer menu. Book your table today and enjoy the benefits of dining during English Wine Week and keep an eye out for special tour deal coming up which includes a two course tasting menu at The Chesil Rectory after your Hattingley Valley Tour.

5. Vineyards of Hampshire Fizz Fest, Wine Festival

To end the week with a bang, there’s an event you won’t want to miss: Vineyards of Hampshire Fizz Fest which takes place on Sunday 23rd of June. Where you’ll taste the best of Hampshire’s English Sparkling Wines and enjoy an afternoon in the sun (hopefully!), glass in hand overlooking the beautiful vineyards of at The Grange Hampshire. 

6. AO by Daniel Rogan, Promotion

Bonus promotion! We couldn’t leave without letting you know about a very exciting promotion with our friends at Michelin Guide Restaurant, AO by Daniel Rogan. A special English Wine Week menu will be running from Thursday the 20th to Saturday the 22nd June. AO by Daniel Rogan will be adding some additional wines from our range to their wine flight for these dates with some new and exciting food and wine pairings to mark the occasion. What’s more the restaurant will be serving a new English Cocktail featuring our Hattingley Valley Classic Reserve during the week. Our sold out Entice dessert wine will be on the list to taste alongside a delightful dessert which featured in our recent blog post Spring Recipes and Pairings. Check out the blog for a sneak peek and book your table now, before they sell out!

There you have it, our top events and recommended promotions you won’t want to miss this English Wine Week. And we haven't forgotten our promise, for those who cannot attend (or can and would like a jolly good deal anyway!).

Hattingley Valley English Wine Week Promotion

Our English Wine Week promotion on our website is perfect for picnic lovers! For every £80 you spend on our site during the week, you’ll receive a free stainless steel Hattingley Wine Cooler worth £25.00 on us! And the best part, you don't need to do a thing, just make your purchase over the value of £80 any time during English wine week and the cooler will be automatically added to your trolly, lucky you! (This promotion excludes purchases made on our personalised products, gift cards and vouchers and tour products, sorry!).

Join us in raising a glass to English Producers this English Wine Week, we hope to see you there! 🥂