(I) England is often belittled by its European neighbours for its cold and miserable weather and its lack of good wine, (II) So most supermarkets import their wines and other alcoholic drinks from the continent. (Ill) However, on the south coast, where the climate is mild even in winter, grape growing has developed into a cottage industry. (IV) The quality and taste of the wine produced is excellent, although the vineyards are not as extensive as those in France or Italy. (V) Some Britons even grow grapes on trellises around their doors and treat their friends to home-made vintages.