Essex's Crouch Valley is a leading centre of English wine making

World Radio Gardening by World Radio Gardening

Nov 11, 202500:22:30Games & Hobbies

Essex is fast becoming a centre of excellence for wine making with the Crouch Valley leading the way for vineyards. Martin's Lane Vineyard produces high quality Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and classic grape varieties. It supp...

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