"Growing grapes in Britain on a commercial scale has been made possible by new growing methods and a shifting climate. I don't think we would have been doing what we're doing going back 40, 50 years."
"The climate crisis also presents a host of challenges for the UK's burgeoning wine industry, including unreliable, rainy summers that lead to problems like mould and disease."
Vines in Dorset are emerging from winter dormancy, preparing for a new growth cycle. Langham estate, established in 2009, produces award-winning English sparkling wine. The estate's owner, Justin Langham, highlights the economic benefits of grape growing compared to traditional crops. Advances in growing methods and climate changes have enabled commercial grape cultivation in Britain. However, the climate crisis poses challenges, including unpredictable weather that affects grape quality and yields. Over 1,100 vineyards now operate in Britain, primarily commercial, despite the country's lower global wine production ranking.
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