Nyetimber, the leading English sparkling wine producer today announces its exclusive sparkling wine partnership with the Royal Thames Yacht Club. Coinciding with the Royal Thames Yacht Club’s 250th anniversary, Nyetimber will be the Official Celebration Partner for all 250th Anniversary events, including the Anniversary Regatta in Cowes, the Pageant along the Thames, and the Anniversary Ball in Battersea Park.
The partnership between Nyetimber and the Royal Thames Yacht Club was brokered by Reg&Partners.
Nyetimber and the Royal Thames Yacht Club are two pioneering British icons that both pursue excellence and value the art of celebration. While Nyetimber paved the way for luxury English sparkling wine production – having been the first producer to grow the famous grape varieties Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier in England exclusively for producing sparkling wines – the Royal Thames Yacht Club is the oldest continuously operating yacht club in the world and has been leading the way in British racing since 1775. Nyetimber constantly strives to produce outstanding wines, while the Royal Thames Yacht Club ensures excellence across every touchpoint – from the clubhouse, to its memberships and calendar of events.
2025 will see the two come together to toast to the dedication, achievements and history of the Royal Thames Yacht Club. This will culminate at the 250th Anniversary Regatta which has been over three years in the making; the same amount of time that Nyetimber’s Classic Cuvee Multi-Vintage ages in the cellar.
As the sparkling wine of choice, all Nyetimber wines will now be available by the bottle and by the glass at the Knightsbridge-based yacht club. The range spans seven styles: Nyetimber Classic Cuvee Multi-Vintage, Nyetimber Rosé Multi-Vintage, Nyetimber Cuvee Chérie, Nyetimber Blanc de Blancs, Nyetimber Tillington Single Vineyard and 1086 by Nyetimber & 1086 Rosé by Nyetimber.
Nyetimber will be served at all 250th anniversary celebrations, including:
– 250th Anniversary Regatta in Cowes (12-15 June)
– Pageant along the Thames (28 June)
– Cowes Week cocktail party (3 August)
– 250 Anniversary Ball in Battersea Park (3 December)
Eric Heerema, Nyetimber’s Owner and CEO, says, “We are honoured to be the exclusive sparkling wine partner for the 250th Anniversary celebrations of the Royal Thames Yacht Club. Nyetimber is a sparkling wine for all occasions – from everyday moments of celebration, right up to momentous events. This partnership offers many opportunities for us to toast to the outstanding achievements of the Royal Thames Yacht Club and its dedication to high calibre racing.”
Vanessa Clifford, Royal Thames Yacht Club CEO, adds, “Our 250th Anniversary will see us reflect on the incredible heritage of the club, as well as looking ahead to what the next 250 years could bring. As a brand that values the art of celebration, Nyetimber is the perfect sparkling wine partner for this historic occasion, sharing our pioneering spirit and commitment to excellence.”
Nyetimber’s ‘Perfectly British’ ethos is encapsulated in its continuous support of key sporting moments in the UK calendar, including Henley Royal Regatta, The Queen’s Championships, The LTA, Epsom Derby and Cowdray Polo.
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About Nyetimber
For 37 years, Nyetimber has had one single aim: crafting exceptional English sparkling wine that rivals the very best in the world.
A true pioneer, Nyetimber was the first producer of English sparkling wine to exclusively grow the three celebrated grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Regarded by many as England’s finest sparkling wine, Nyetimber is made from one hundred percent estate-grown grapes.
Owner and CEO Eric Heerema acquired Nyetimber in 2006 and is the visionary and driving force behind Nyetimber today. Eric works with Head Winemaker Cherie Spriggs and Senior Winemaker Brad Greatrix to produce wine of extraordinary elegance and quality, with every bottle being made from 100% estate-owned fruit. Cherie Spriggs was named ‘Sparkling Winemaker of the Year’ at the International Wine Challenge 2018 and remains the only woman as well as the only person outside the Champagne region of France to win this prestigious award.
Nyetimber has 11 vineyards spanning 425 hectares in West Sussex, Hampshire, and Kent and is served in some of the most renowned venues in the UK, including The Savoy, Scott’s Mayfair, The Ivy, The Social Company (Jason Atherton restaurants), as well as around the world, including Ritz Carlton Berlin, Ciel Bleu in Amsterdam, Maaemo in Oslo, Franzen in Stockholm, The Edition Tokyo, Jumeirah Zabeel Saray Dubai and many more.
In 2024, Nyetimber acquired the leading English single malt whisky producer, The Lakes Distillery, marking an important new chapter in the journey to becoming a globally recognised, English luxury drinks group. The two brands share a passion for creating the highest quality drinks and the ambition of The Nyetimber Group is to continue setting the standard for quality and luxury within the industry.
Nyetimber website here and Instagram here. The Lakes Distillery website here and Instagram here.
About The Royal Thames Yacht Club
The Royal Thames is the oldest continuously operating yacht club in the world, and it has organised yacht races every year since its foundation in 1775. It offers unobtrusive excellence in every aspect of Club life and its members participate in a wide range of yachting events in home waters and worldwide. They also enjoy all the facilities of the London Clubhouse and leading reciprocal clubs around the world.
For further information about the Royal Thames Yacht Club, visit www.royalthames.com
About Reg&Partners
Reg&Partners is a brand partnerships and sponsorship agency that brings organisations together to make great things happen. Creating value through brand sponsorship, brand partnerships, licensing, and promotions for our clients, we are tenacious and creative in our approach. We work with clients whose visions we believe in and whose values we respect where we believe we can unlock tangible commercial value.
For further information about Reg&Partners visit www.regandpartners.com and contact Karen Morris: karen@regandpartners.com +44 (0) 7771 900 465
