The Telegraph: English Sparkling Wine Is Going Global – Here’s How to Invest

English sparkling wine has moved well beyond its underdog status. In a new Telegraph feature, the paper looks at how southern England’s chalk soils and warming climate are producing award-winning wines. These have drawn investment from Champagne houses such as Taittinger and Pommery, and visitors from across Europe, North America and Japan.

The article covers the two main ways investors can take part: collecting prestige cuvées from producers such as Gusbourne, Chapel Down and Nyetimber, or buying shares in the producers themselves. It also explains why wine can be an attractive diversifier. It tends to move independently of traditional markets, and because HMRC treats it as a “wasting asset”, gains are generally exempt from capital gains tax.

WineFi’s own Head of Investment, Matthew Small, contributed his views on where the category stands today. He highlighted the exciting long-term potential of southern England as the climate warms. He also stressed the questions investors should weigh: these wines have yet to prove they can age over decades like top champagnes, and a strong resale market is essential to realise any gains. Within a broader fine wine portfolio, Matthew suggests a modest allocation of around 5% to English sparkling, which he describes as a bet on an up-and-comer.

Read the full article on The Telegraph →