Last week, an English sparkling wine was crowned the best in the world by the prestigious International Wine Challenge (IWC), in a memorable first for the industry.
Nyetimber, made in England and a favourite of the royal family, was awarded two of the most lauded trophies this year: Champion Sparkling Wine and, for the brand’s head winemaker Cherie Spriggs, Sparkling Winemaker of the Year. It was Spriggs’ second win — her first, in 2018, earned her a place in history: she was the first woman to be given the title.
