A VINEYARD near Stourbridge has become the toast of Great Britain after securing an incredible 32 regional awards from WineGB.

Halfpenny Green Wine Estate at Bobbington has cemented its position as one of the nation’s leading vineyards with the staggering success.

The South Staffordshire winemakers’ English Rosé and Penny Red won their respective categories for the Midlands and North at the WineGB Awards, which champion the British wine sector, before the vineyard secured the most prestigious award of all - the Winemaker of the Year prize.

Twenty-seven other awards were for wines produced by the Halfpenny Green team for other vineyards across the region.

Owner Clive Vickers said: “We’re extremely proud to win so many awards at one Wine GB event, which is a record for us. It’s testament to the brilliant team we have here, which really is the best in the business.

“It puts a spring in our step as we prepare for harvesting at the end of the month. So much goes into every bottle we produce here, so it means a great deal to know that some of the most knowledgeable experts appreciate what we do.

“It’s also important to note these awards are judged to an international standard, so the criteria was as strict as it would be for any other wine category in any other part of the world. They come with great kudos and it goes without saying that we’re over the moon to triumph like we have.”

The Halfpenny Green estate produces wines for 100 different UK vineyards in addition to its own, across 28 counties. It is complemented by an eatery, deli and gift shop, all run by Halfpenny Green Wine Estate’s shop and eatery owner Lisa Vickers.

In more good news, a high tea menu has been crafted by head chef Colin Clark for the first time.