But while the county's vineyards are suffering a reduced crop after a dour start to the growing season, there's good news for wine lovers.

For experts say this year's vintage could turn out to be the best-tasting for years.

EDP wine writer Andy Newman (Image: Rebecca Mundy) Norwich-based wine writer and EDP columnist Andy Newman said the 2024 crop had been poor across the UK.

"The principal factor is the weather," he said. "It was cold in the spring when the vines were flowering, resulting in far fewer buds setting.

"On top of this, there was a bumper harvest last year, which often results in a lower yield the following year, as the vines recover."

Grapes on the vine at the Burn Valley Vineyard (Image: Burn Valley Vineyard) But Mr Newman said there could be good news ahead for wine drinkers.

"A lower yield can result in better quality grapes, as the minerals which contribute to the flavour are concentrated in fewer grapes," he added.

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