Gusbourne is celebrating one of the most significant periods of award recognition in English wine’s history, cementing its position as a world-class producer and elevating the entire category on the global stage. 

This autumn, Gusbourne made history by becoming the first English producer to receive the Chairman’s Trophy at the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC) for consistent excellence across its wines. The accolade was accompanied by recognition from Walpole as ‘British Luxury Brand of the Year’, alongside a series of prestigious international rankings. Gusbourne is a shining example of English wine’s ascent on the global stage, and the wine producer’s position as one of the top global producers. 

Gusbourne has become the first English producer to achieve: 

• The Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC) Chairman’s Trophy, alongside six gold medals  
• Walpole British Luxury Brand of the Year 2025  
• Ranked #28 in The World’s 50 Best Vineyards 
• Ranked #29 in Forbes ‘Top 50 Wineries’  
• Fifty One Degrees North 2016 ranked #2 in the world in Wine Enthusiast Best 100 Wines of 2025, the highest-ever ranking for an English wine. 

Collectively, these awards reflect both the breadth and calibre of Gusbourne’s achievements, from brand excellence to meticulous winemaking.

Jonathan White, Chief Executive Officer at Gusbourne, commented: “This has been a defining year for Gusbourne, and it’s been exceptionally rewarding to see the precision and care that we put into each vintage recognised by such a phenomenal array of globally revered wine authorities and illustrious luxury platforms. These awards stand testament to the enduring quality and dedication behind everything we do, affirming that English wine stands confidently on the world stage.”  

Awards & Accolades: 

Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (2025) – Chairman’s Trophy, six Gold medals and three Best in Class trophies 

Dedicated solely to sparkling wines, the CSWWC is widely recognised as the most respected, comprehensive and rigorous international competition in the world. Judged independently and blind by an expert panel, Gusbourne made history as the first English producer to receive the Chairman’s Trophy, awarded for consistent excellence across its wines. The estate also collected six Gold medals – more than half of England’s total – and three Best in Class trophies for the Agrafe 2020 Blanc de Blancs, Brut Reserve 2021, and Blanc de Noirs 2020. 

Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Wines (2025) – Ranked #2 for Fifty One Degrees North 2016  

Gusbourne’s prestige cuvée, Fifty One Degrees North 2016, achieved the highest‑ever ranking for an English wine, placing it alongside world-renowned producers and defining English sparkling as truly world‑class. The wine was praised for its depth, finesse and longevity, confirming the cuvee’s exceptional quality and highlighting that English wine not only competes, but beats, the world’s most established regions. 

Walpole British Luxury Brand of the Year (2025) 

Celebrating excellence and craftsmanship across British luxury, Walpole recognised Gusbourne for embodying modern British sophistication, joining the ranks of iconic names such as Rolls‑Royce, Burberry and Fortnum & Mason. The award highlights Gusbourne as not only as the standard‑bearer for English wine but reinforces the brand as a pinnacle of British luxury, quality and heritage. 

The World’s 50 Best Vineyards – Ranked #28 

Compiled by a selection of renowned sommeliers, wine tourism experts, and wine trade specialists, The World’s 50 Best Vineyards celebrates the most exceptional vineyards across the globe. Ranking #28 not only recognises the exceptional quality of Gusbourne’s world-class wines, but also the outstanding visitor experience at the estate and the varied tours and tastings on offer. For Gusbourne, this recognition underscores its position as a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts from across the world, bringing England to the fore as a go-to region on the international stage. 

Forbes World’s 50 Best Vineyards – Ranked #29 

Gusbourne’s inclusion in the 2025 Forbes list places it among the world’s most admired wineries, underscoring its global brand presence and international relevance. As the highest‑ranked English producer, it highlights Gusbourne as a leader in the category and further showcases English wine on the global stage.  

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