This issue of Winepress looks at:
Open for Business
Covid-19 slammed the door shut on wine tourism, but several cellar doors, restaurants and tour operators are rallying, to ensure the region is open for loyal locals and domestic visitors.
A cut above
There’s cautious optimism that the industry can cope with the challenges it faces with winter pruning and associated employment issues, thanks to a collaborative effort from growers, wine companies, Recognised Seasonal Employer scheme (RSE) employers and Government agencies.
The Wrekin
The Wrekin is not certified biodynamic, but buried cow horns, cow pat pits, and the rhythmic - then chaotic - stirring of preparations, according to the lunar cycle, are key to this extraordinary property. “The soil is alive and I think the place is more alive,” says Jan Johns.
