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Preserved Offered Re-valued Traded and Enjoyed!

Privileged to have recently assisted a Port Collector in re-valuing, recommending routes to market and enabling the sale of key vintages from the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s that have been pristinely preserved in his cellars.  Many others will now get to appreciate the quality of older Vintage Port, thank you on their behalf!

The Tidworth Two-Step!

Great to have 1st Artillery Brigade as a new customer and thrilled that our lovely South African champagne-pretender was so well received at your Garden Party.  We look forward to being involved in your Summer Ball with our beer and gin partners too.  Enjoy!

Far from Hiding in Hyde Park!

With the Cavalry Memorial Parade charging towards us, please place your Port (and Champagne) orders by 4th May to ensure our wines are with you in time for your commemorative toasts.

Top Times for Army Women!

Congratulations to the British Army for earning The Times’ Top 50 Employers for Women 2018 accolade recently.  If you are seeking a Champagne, Prosecco, Cava or English Sparkling Wine to celebrate then get in touch for one of our lovely wines from £10/bottle.

Rule Britannia! English Wine Week (26 May – 3 Jun)

The Wines of Great Britain trade association reports around 700 vineyards and 150 wineries in our great country with 5.9 million bottles produced in 2017.  Great Britain produces many lovely wines that win international awards and by arranging a tasting event with us, we’ll bring those gems to you.

Medals in the Making – 2016 Vintage Port!

St George’s Day is the traditional day for ‘declaring’ a Vintage Port produced 2 years earlier is of particularly special quality.  Usually only 3 each decade qualify.  2016 has just been declared and trade tastings indicate medals will flow in time.  Book one of our Port Tastings and we’ll help you explore!

Rosés whatever the weather!

Come sunshine, wind or rain as summer approaches, try our lovely Aussi Rosé with your family, friends and colleagues to bring a hint of warmer climes to your party.  Do get in touch while stocks last.

Mothers and Fathers we Salute You!

With Mother’s and Father’s days fast approaching, remember to get those Champagne or Sparkling Wine orders in soon to help make your celebrations extra special.  If you’re treating them to a home-cooked menu, let us provide a lovely range of wines to complement your dishes.

Tanks, Barrels and Bottles!

Another great Prosecco, Cava, English Sparkling and Champagne tasting at Catterick Garrison over the weekend.  Krug Grande Cuvée NV Champagne continues to be voted favourite and why not, with the 165th Edition tasted being a blend of 127 wines from 12 vintages 1990 – 2009!  Book your event soon to taste why too.

In Vino Veritas at Valentine’s?

With Champagnes from £25/bottle let Military Wines help you celebrate in style this Valentine’s Day.  Please place your order through your Mess Wines Member by 9th Feb and let the truth flow!