Christopher Merrett blue plaque

This blue commemorative plaque records: Birthplace of Christopher Merrett (1614-1695) scientist, physician, naturalist and metallurgist. In 1662 he documented how to put the fizz into sparkling wine. Recorded plaque organisation: British Plaque Trust.

Dr Christopher Merrett (1614-1695) was a scientist and physician who significantly contributed to the understanding of winemaking by documenting the process of inducing sparkle in wine, which is historically important for advancements in viticulture and fermentation science.