Archived News - September 5 2025

Vineyards across the UK are preparing for their earliest ever harvest - some even started picking this week - and many invite the community to join in with this exciting time of year. As well as harvest, there are a number of tempting promotions and exciting new wine releases that are perfect for helping you forget about the shorter (and cooler!) days.

Events

Sussex

Nutbourne Vineyards: Join their Harvest Farm Feast on September 19th and 20th.
Ashling Park Estate: Celebrate the spectacular 2025 vintage with their Harvest Vine and Dine Celebrations on Friday, October 3rd at 7:00 pm. For £95 per person, enjoy an evening of flavour, elegance, and estate wine pairings at beautifully styled communal tables. Vegetarian options are available.
Roebuck Estates began their harvest this week, which I was lucky enough to attend! Blog post on that coming soon…
Wiston Estate: Don't miss their Winemaker's Harvest Dinner on October 23rd, where they'll be opening some very special magnums (limited spaces left!). For a rare, behind-the-scenes look, book their annual Winery Harvest Tours.

Kent

Yotes Court: Join "The Harvest Experience" on Saturday, October 4th, from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm (£45pp). You'll spend the morning picking grapes, enjoy a well-earned lunch paired with their wines, and even receive a complimentary bottle of the future wine you helped create! "The Science of Harvest" takes place on Sunday, September 14th at 3:30 pm (£30pp) but this interactive session with Vineyard Manager Tony Purdie has already sold out!
Westwell Wines: Get truly involved with winemaking by joining their "Sun Dirt Yeast Club," which includes hands-on experiences like picking grapes for the Club wine in October and tasting fermenting wines straight from the tanks in December.

Dorset

Furleigh Estate: For many family, September is all about going back to school, and Furleigh has a fun twist on this for the adults. Join their English Wine Course on Tuesday, September 9th. For £75 (Club member discounts available), you'll spend a full day learning about English winemaking, enjoying a delicious sandwich lunch, and a guided tasting of their finest wines.

Suffolk

Burnt House Vineyard: Feast Friday is back on September 12th, from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm! This time, they're welcoming Pinney’s of Orford for an evening packed with fresh, flavourful seafood, including freshly shucked oysters, Orford lobster rolls, and crispy deep-fried whitebait. Booking is essential!

Norfolk

Flint Vineyard: As the evenings draw in, get cosy at their Friday Supper Clubs. You can secure tables for October 31st, November 14th, and December 5th. Expect a relaxed atmosphere with their wood burner, fairy lights, great food, and Flint wine.

Shropshire

Hencote: Hencote Estate is honoured to host an exclusive Holland Cooper Autumn/Winter ’25 Showcase on Thursday, September 18th, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm (£65 per guest). This afternoon of timeless style includes a glass of sparkling Evolution on arrival, a bespoke lunch, private style sessions, and the first unveiling of the new collection amidst sweeping vineyard views. Limited availability, so reservations are essential!

North Yorkshire

Yorkshire Heart Vineyard & Brewery: Enjoy live music at their September Acoustic Nights, featuring Kelly Ann Bolland on the 19th and Re-Vinyl Duo on the 25th. Tickets are a fantastic £15, including supper, with doors opening at 6:00 pm and music from 7:00 pm. They also offer Autumn Vineyard Tours on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays throughout September, including sparkling wine, a vineyard and winery tour, and samples of three still wines with nibbles. Looking ahead, tickets for their popular Hearty Fest 2026 (July 24-26, 2026) are already selling fast!

Promotions

Balfour Winery (Kent): Discover something new this summer with 25% off Sage’s Ortega 2023 until the end of September. This lesser-known grape thrives in Kent, offering pineapple aromas, hints of citrus, and a crisp, refreshing finish. Enjoy free delivery on orders over £80.
Westwell Wines (Kent): Join their innovative "Sun Dirt Yeast Club" with membership options including Single (£420), Dual (£480), and Distant (£360), all providing 12 bottles of wine and other benefits. Club members also receive a generous 15% discount on all additional Westwell purchases throughout the year.
Wiston Estate (West Sussex): September's Wine of the Month is all about Chardonnay! Save £10 on their special Chardonnay Duo Pack, featuring a Blanc de Blancs NV and an award-winning Blanc de Blancs 2018.

News

Langham Wine Estate (Dorset): September sees the exciting release of their two classic cuvées from the 2022 base vintage: Culver and Corallian. Head Winemaker Tommy Grimshaw hailed 2022 as "one of the best vintages the UK has seen," promising exceptional quality. Expect the Chardonnay-focussed Corallian with fresh lemon zest and saline acidity, and the Pinot Noir-focussed Culver bursting with red fruit and a unique Sichuan pepper finish.
Yotes Court (Kent): Harvest is nearly upon them at Yotes Court, with the vines heavy with fruit!
Yorkshire Heart Vineyard & Brewery (North Yorkshire): The grapes are looking fabulous, and they're looking forward to an early harvest! Their Winemaker's Choice Red (100% Rondo, oak-aged) is September's featured wine, while their 50/50 Golden Best beer (GF) is this month's special. They are also proud finalists for two prestigious awards: Rural Business of the Year at the Harrogate Business Awards 2025 and Rural or Farming Event of the Year for Hearty Fest 2025 in the Yorkshire Post Rural Awards.
Alder Vineyard (Devon): The vines are heavy with fruit, and harvest is just around the corner – making it the perfect time to visit the vineyard.
Westwell Wines (Kent): The innovative Sun Dirt Yeast Club is BACK! This hands-on, democratic wine club allows members to vote on the style of wine created, from grape to bottle. Join them to make something beautiful for this show-stopping vintage!

Hope to see you soon at one of these fantastic vineyards!