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The first Great Yorkshire Wine and Fizz Festival was the toast of wine lovers on Sunday.

Some 200 people gathered at the Yorkshire Heart Vineyard, at Nun Monkton, just west of York.

Seven vineyards from across the country showcased their wines at an event that is set to become annual.

Organiser Tim Spakouskas of Yorkshire Heart said the day went ‘very well, with the opening tasting session proving very popular, and plenty of visitors staying to enjoy more food, wine and live music.

 

“The main reason for organising and hosting the event is to showcase Yorkshire as a wine growing county and give people the chance to try lots of different Yorkshire wines in one place.

“The other vineyards in attendance all had a good day with demand there to make it a regular event.”

The drinkers agreed, with Michelle Kenny, Steve Sawley, plus Theresa and Tom Williams from Bury saying they had camped the weekend at the vineyard and were enjoying hearing the histories of the vineyards and “the personal element.”

Laura Hodgson of Bridlington and Jo Golding of Swansea agreed, saying they were having a great weekend staying in the glamping pods.

 

 

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