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When you take charge of your parents' business, validation comes in many forms - few are quite as strong as winning ‘International Winemaker of the Year', the first English wine to do so…Despite the heartfelt challenges of the mid-2010s, Ridgeview Wine Estate's Simon & Tamara Roberts took the helm of a product that's been served to royalty… literally!Discover their story, and the unique challenges of 2nd generation ownership in this week's episode of It Runs In The Family!This episode covers:Tamara and Simon's tips for taking on a 2nd generation business successfullyHow the Roberts family, and subsequently the business, overcame a tough period of medical challenges & griefThe value of industry validation in celebrating your achievementsHighlights from the journey so far, from international award wins to selection for the Queen's Diamond JubileeRidgeview Wine Estates: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ridgeviewwineuk/Simon Roberts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-roberts-b97a024b/Tamara Roberts: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamara-roberts-ab635133/Liz Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/lizzielean/https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-willingham-09273a3/Leila Willingham: https://www.instagram.com/leilawillingham/https://www.linkedin.com/in/leila-willingham-821530a1/
With English wine growing in popularity, Alex Black spoke to Tamara Roberts and Matt Strugnell from Ridgeview wine. When setting up the vineyard nearly 30 years ago, people were cynical of the potential of English viticulture. Tamara's parents Matt and Chris Roberts, however, recognised the similarities between the South of England and the Champagne region of France. Tamara and Matt discuss what makes a good site for a vineyard, this year's crop prospects and their optimism for the future.See for yourself at www.ridgeview.co.uk
Will English wine ever be taken seriously around the world? How can traditional wine making be a 21st century force for good? What is the key to grow from 'cottage industry' to major brand? In this week's 5 Big Questions interview we talk to the multi award-winning CEO of Ridgeview Wine Estate, TAMARA ROBERTS. Known for: CEO - Ridgeview President - International Wine & Spirit Competition 2020 Sussex Businessperson of the Year 2019 Sussex Business Woman of the Year 2017 The Big 5 Questions: How do you measure the impact of what you do? How should people/businesses be preparing for the future? How do we build the workforce we need for that future? How do you use creativity to solve problems? How do you collaborate? Key quotes: “The intention was always to do traditional method sparkling from the beginning, from day one, and also to elevate the position of English wine, from farmers' markets where it was found mainly back in the nineties to the top end retailers and restaurants, which is where you'll find quite a lot of English wines these days, particularly the sparkling wines.” “When I talk about quality, it isn't just quality of the end product, it's of the entire process. All I've done is taken those values that were brought to the business by our parents and found ways in which to embed those into the business, and to free people or enable people to make decisions based on those values. People are empowered, provided they have a framework.” “We've had to build confidence with lots and lots of stakeholders.” “It switched quite dramatically in recent years from being very ‘cottage industry', bumbling along, until actually now we're being asked to sit on strategic boards for tourism because they've realised how important wine tourism is becoming for the region.” “We are from a place. We grow our grapes here, so we're very rooted where we are.” “I don't envy any business leader, it's incredibly difficult at the moment to prioritise, there are so many competing demands and expectations. When the pandemic came along for me it was a really good time to think. I'm going to value that.” "We are working on successions now. We have kids and lovely if they come in, but the gap between us and them is too big to bridge at this stage — and too stifling for them to be told, this is your destiny!” “Your innovation seems to take a long time, sometimes.” Useful links: Ridgeview Tamara Roberts on LinkedIn Ridgeview CEO Tamara Roberts wins Sussex Business Woman Of The Year Tamara Roberts profile on The English Wine Collection Decanter World Wine Awards Visit Ditchling Denbies wine estate Tinwood wine estate B Corp certification Viticulture BSc at Plumpton College This episode was recorded in October 2022 Interviewer: Richard Freeman for always possible Editor: CJ Thorpe-Tracey for Lo Fi Arts
We're back with the sixth series of The English Wine Diaries! On this week's episode, my guest is Tamara Roberts, CEO of Ridgeview Wine Estate in Ditchling, Sussex. Founded by Tamara's parents, Mike and Chris Roberts in 1995, Ridgeview produces award-winning traditional method sparkling wines that are now sold across the globe, have been served at Buckingham Palace and are the official sparkling wine for all receptions at No. 10 Downing Street. Tamara took over as CEO of her family business when Mike sadly passed away in 2014 and has since overseen the growth of Ridgeview into a globally acclaimed business, producing around half a million bottles per annum. She is on the board of Wines GB, was awarded Sussex Businessperson of the Year in 2019 and was given the prestigious title of President of the International Wine and Spirit Association in 2020, the same year that Ridgeview celebrated its 25th anniversary. 2022 has been yet another busy year for Ridgeview with a new all-weather outdoor restaurant – The Rows and Vine – opening on the estate, a partnership with South Lodge hotel to plant and manage a new vineyard near Horsham and the business has recently achieved BCorp status. We talk about how Tamara came to run the family business, what it's like working with her siblings and extended family and her hopes and futures for the next 25 years of Ridgeview. To find out more, visit Ridgeview.co.uk, or follow @ridgeviewwineuk on Instagram and Facebook. This episode of The English Wine Diaries is sponsored by Wickhams, The Great British Wine Merchant. Visit wickhamwine.co.uk to see their award-winning range of English wine with free deliver on orders over £40.If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave a rating or review, it helps boost our ratings and makes it easier for other people to find us. To find out who will be joining me next on the English Wine Diaries, follow @thesouthernquarter on Instagram and for more regular English wine news and reviews, sign up to our newsletter at thesouthernquarter.co.uk.Thanks for listening to The English Wine Diaries. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave a rating or review, it helps boost our ratings and makes it easier for other people to find us. To find out who will be joining me next on the English Wine Diaries, follow @theenglishwinediaries on Instagram and for more regular English wine news and reviews, sign up to our newsletter at thesouthernquarter.co.uk.
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Today my guest is wine writer Liz Sagues, whose latest book, Sussex by the Glass focuses on two of the county's pioneering wine estates, Ridgeview and Bolney.The book takes the reader through a journey of English wine, from the early formative years right through to the emergence of powerhouse producers like Nyetimber, before focusing on the Ridgeview and Bolney stories.Both of these family-run vineyards have recently celebrated milestones – Ridgeview marked its 25th anniversary last year and Bolney is 50 this year – are are also led by female winemakers, Sam Linter and Tamara Roberts.As well as talking about Liz's latest work, we discuss her 2018 title, A Celebration of English Wine, which at the time was the first book in a decade for consumers on the subject, and her first taste (and what she thought) of English wine. Sussex by the Glass is available online from Ridgeview (£14 including delivery) and Bolney (£12 + P&P)or by visiting either of the estates. Thank you for listening to today's episode of The English Wine Diaries. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave a rating or review and to hear future episodes as they are released, hit subscribe on your podcast listening platform.To find out who's joining me next week, follow @thesouthernquarter on Instagram and for more regular English wine news, visit thesouthernquarter.co.uk and sign up to my newsletter.Thanks for listening to The English Wine Diaries. If you enjoyed the podcast then please leave a rating or review, it helps boost our ratings and makes it easier for other people to find us. To find out who will be joining me next on the English Wine Diaries, follow @theenglishwinediaries on Instagram and for more regular English wine news and reviews, sign up to our newsletter at thesouthernquarter.co.uk.
OWN's new original drama "Delilah," from award-winning "Greenleaf" creator Craig Wright and Executive Producers Oprah Winfrey and Charles Randolph-Wright, premiering Tuesday, March 9 at 9|8c., In this chat, the show's lead actresses, Maahra Hill who stars as "Delilah," and Jill Marie Jones stars as her best friend “Tamara Roberts.” Both ladies chat about their roles on this new drama series that will launch the first four episodes starting March 9, 2021.
TREAT = something that gives pleasure and how we behave towards others. CEO and FD of Ridgeview Wine Estate, a family run producer of International award winning English sparkling wines. Tamara’s a qualified chartered accountant and is responsible for the financial management of the business as well as setting & implementing the strategy across all other areas from grape to glass. In today’s bubbly episode we explore all things TREAT from being a leader, having ambition and more. Read the full show notes over on our website > https://www.schoolformothers.com/podcast_sfm/111-treat-tamara-roberts/
With the pandemic affecting our relationship with cash and consumers anxious about returning to bricks-and-mortar shops, how do businesses fully embrace their online operations? In the first instalment of Royal Bank of Scotland's Adapting To The New Now series, Steph McGovern speaks to Tamara Roberts, CEO of Ridgeview Wines, about how the South Downs winery has made a success of its online business to get its award-winning products into the hands of customers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
With the pandemic affecting our relationship with cash and consumers anxious about returning to bricks-and-mortar shops, how do businesses fully embrace their online operations? In the first instalment of NatWest’s Adapting To The New Now series, Steph McGovern speaks to Tamara Roberts, CEO of Ridgeview Wines, about how the South Downs winery has made a success of its online business to get its award-winning products into the hands of customers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Some of us have been ordering Piglet's pies online. So the next question is, which beer or wine goes with the pies? We asked Andy Wiseman, then of Sheridan Coopers Wines in 2013, and Tamara Roberts, CEO of Ridgeview Wine in 2017 for their views.
2020 International Presidency with the International Wine & Spirit Competition was announced. Not only is this the first time that an English wine producer has been appointed as President, but it’s the first time that a female has been selected for this highly regarded role. Best Sparkling Wine in the World by Decanter in 2010. when they were crowned ‘International Winemaker of the Year’ in 2018.
Tamara Roberts is the joint CEO & CFO of the multi-international award winning English sparkling wine producer, Ridgeview Wine Estate, established 25 years ago by her parents. Having joined the family business over 15 years ago as General Manager she has played a pivotal role in taking the business from a micro-concern to a significant and growing SME whilst maintaining its status as one of the most highly regarded producers in the English wine sector. Last year Ridgeview were the first English winery to be awarded the coveted "International Winemaker of the Year" trophy at the prestigious International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) and more recently Ridgeview were crowned one of the best vineyards in the world, when it was placed number 36 at the announcement ceremony of the World’s Best Vineyards Top 50. In this time of surging interest in English Sparkling Wine, Tamara and her family believe Ridgeview is uniquely placed to achieve even greater significant success as a luxury sparkling wine brand in the UK market and in key export markets around the World. Ridgeview’s brand loyalty levels are the highest of any English Sparkling wine brand; their winery tours are booked-up months in advance, and they are having to ration stock among trade customers because demand is consistently exceeding supply. Following in her Father’s footsteps, Tamara feels strongly that the English wine industry must have a collective voice and be prepared to collaborate in order to reach its full potential and has taken on Board positions at WineGB and the Wine and Spirits Trade Association to help facilitate this. This is a wonderful in-depth interview where Tamara talks openly about Ridgeview's journey and explains that it all started from her parents ambition and drive to produce the finest English sparkling wines possible.
The message forDecember 3, 2017 is given by Tamara Roberts Psalms 23.6+73.27, John 14.4+15.4 Please join our community for worship on Sunday mornings. Spirit of Peace United Church of Christ in Sammamish, WA. spiritofpeaceucc.org
he message for December 10, 2017 is given by Tamara Roberts Psalm 90.1-2 Please join our community for worship on Sunday mornings. Spirit of Peace United Church of Christ in Sammamish, WA. spiritofpeaceucc.org
The message for October 15, 2017 is given by Tamara Roberts. Psalm 23 Please join our community for worship on Sunday mornings. Spirit of Peace United Church of Christ in Sammamish, WA. spiritofpeaceucc.org
The message for September 3, 2017 is given by Tamara Roberts. Exodus 3.1-15 Please join our community for worship on Sunday mornings. Spirit of Peace United Church of Christ in Sammamish, WA. spiritofpeaceucc.org
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