Sparkling wine bottles - made in Britain

The UK's first British-made sparkling wine bottle has entered full production, with nearly one million bottles already manufactured. The launch marks a milestone for English and Welsh wine producers, offering a home-grown alternative to imported glass.

The new Sovereign bottle, developed by Croxsons and manufactured by Encirc, has been designed specifically for English and Welsh sparkling wines. Made from 49% recycled glass, its distinctive amber colour could help wines stand out on shelves while strengthening the industry's identity.

Producing bottles in Britain is also expected to improve supply chain resilience by reducing reliance on European imports and avoiding border delays. Shorter transport distances could cut emissions by up to 7.7 tonnes of CO₂ for every 100,000 bottles ordered.

Following its first successful production run, the bottle is now available to wineries including Three Choirs and Ridgeview, with supporters describing it as a defining moment for the fast-growing British sparkling wine sector.