Our Story
As the current stewards of this very special medieval estate, William and Sarah have dedicated themselves to creating their own vineyard, bolstering the growing number of English winemakers who are producing exceptional wines from British soil.
With nearly 20,000 vines planted across 15 acres, we grow predominantly Pinot Noir and Bacchus grapes, as well as in smaller quantities, some Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier.
Whilst the vines may be new, the land is ancient and carries a deep sense of permanence, with the farm in its current form dating back to the 15th century. Although parts of the farm are now vineyards, other fruit (especially apples and pears) has been grown here for hundreds of years.
As growers, we have a passion for the environment and are consciously managing the land to ensure that the bees, wildflower meadows and orchards that surround the vines continue to thrive, both today and in the years beyond.
We are committed to a way of managing the land which is responsible, regenerative and nurturing to all life. The essence of our approach is to evolve at nature’s pace – unhurried, always considerate and focused on what is good for the land, with the pursuit of excellence at the heart of all that we do. We try to minimise use of chemicals; seek organic/plant-based fertilisers and recycle wherever possible.
We are here to prove that there is no need to buy wine shipped halfway around the world, when you can buy an incredible bottle that was produced on English turf.
As we embark upon the journey to produce further grape harvests and wines, we take our first step towards making our mark on the English winemakers’ stage, paving the way towards becoming a well-respected and sought out name.
The journey has begun…
