Jenkyn Place Vineyard is set on the south facing slopes of the North Downs between Farnham and Alton, near the village of Bentley in North East Hampshire, looking down on the Wey valley.

The first three acres of vines were planted in 2004, and more vines have been planted every year since. The planted area now stands at 13 acres. Many years ago, Bentley was a great hop growing area, and the whole vineyard is planted on former hop gardens. The soil is greensand over marlstone and chalk – very similar to the soil in the Champagne growing area in France – and is ideally suited to growing the grapes needed to make the finest quality English Sparkling Wine.

Grape Varieties

Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

Wines

Sparkling White and Sparkling Rose.

The first Jenkyn Place vintage was the 2006, which won medals at the UKVA wine of the year competition as well as winning the Wessex Wine of the Year Trophy. The 2007 has also won a silver medal. The first Rose, from the 2008 vintage is now available.

Estate/Visitor Facilities

Jenkyn Place was first well known for its magnificent gardens, including one of the longest herbaceous borders in the country. It is now better known for the vineyard. Guided tours are available for groups, subject to advance bookings.

Please call 0207 736 3102 for more information.

Sales

Our wines are available are available through selected wine merchants, including Berry Bros and Rudd, as well as through the Jenkyn Place Vineyard website www.jenkynplacevineyard.co.uk, or direct from the vineyard subject to prior appointment (0207 736 3102)