White Castle Vineyard Ltd

Explore a Welsh vineyard where a pioneering spirit has cultivated world-beating reds, proving that even the coolest climates can yield golden vintages.

https://www.whitecastlevineyard.com

Croft Farm, Llanvetherine, Abergavenny, Monmouthshire, NP7 8RA. Get directions

Nearest station: Abergavenny (6.8 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Tasting room

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Online shop

Winery on site

Walking trail

Disabled access

Award-winning

Organic or sustainable

Open year-round

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What's the vibe

White Castle Vineyard offers a tranquil escape in the beautiful Monmouthshire countryside, where the passion of owners Robb and Nicola Merchant is evident in every aspect. Visitors often feel a warm welcome and describe the setting as reminiscent of a rustic Italian vineyard, providing a relaxing and inviting experience.

Visiting information

Opening Hours: The Cellar Door is generally open Friday to Sunday and Bank Holidays, from 10am to 5pm. It is open year-round.Tours & Tastings: Conducted vineyard tours led by the owners are offered on selected days, typically Friday to Sunday and Bank Holidays. Specific tour times are available, and booking is essential. You can also visit for wine tasting or simply to enjoy a glass of wine. Monday to Thursday visits and evening tours can be arranged by prior appointment.

Food & Drink: White Castle Vineyard offers renowned Welsh cheese platters and artisan platters featuring local produce. Light lunches are also available.

Accommodation: The vineyard provides a Certified Location (CL) site for Caravan and Motorhome Club members, offering water and waste facilities (no electricity).

Accessibility: Children are welcome, and the vineyard is dog-friendly.

The Wine

White Castle Vineyard is dedicated to producing quality Welsh wines, cultivating grape varieties such as Pinot Noir Précoce, Regent, Rondo, Seyval Blanc, Phoenix, Siegerrebe, and Cabernet Franc. They produce a range of still red, white, and rosé wines, along with sparkling wine and a unique fortified wine called "1581".

The vineyard has garnered numerous prestigious accolades. White Castle was the first Welsh vineyard to win a Gold award at the Decanter World Wine Awards in 2021 for their Pinot Noir Précoce Reserve 2018, followed by a Silver in 2022 and a Bronze in 2023. They have also received the WineGB Regional Producers Award for Wales for three consecutive years (2021-2023). At the Welsh Wine Awards in 2024, their Regent Red Wine Vintage 2022 was celebrated as the "Best Welsh Red Wine," "Best PDO/PGI Wine," and the "Overall Best Wine of the Day," with other wines also securing silver medals. Their wines have also earned Silver awards at the International Wine Challenge, including for their Sparkling white wine vintage 2018 and Pinot Noir Précoce Reserve 2019.

All White Castle wines have been vegan-friendly from the 2018 vintage onwards. For 14 years, the grapes were processed at Three Choirs Winery. However, for the 2024 vintage, Robb and Nicola have established their own onsite winery, Y Gwindy, further cementing their commitment to producing authentic Welsh wines.

Getting here

By Car: White Castle Vineyard is located at Croft Farm, Llanvetherine, Abergavenny, NP7 8RA. It is situated in the rolling countryside between the towns of Abergavenny and Monmouth.

By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Abergavenny. A taxi ride from Abergavenny to the vineyard typically takes approximately 12-15 minutes. There is no convenient public transport option directly to the vineyard for walking.

What's nearby

Here are some notable places of interest near White Castle Vineyard:

Notable Restaurants:
- The Walnut Tree: A renowned restaurant known for its exquisite dining experience.
- Restaurant 1861: A family-run venue focusing on local produce.
Notable Hotels:
- Hunters Moon Inn: A bed and breakfast located close to the vineyard.
- The Old Rectory: Offers accommodation nearby.
Notable Attractions:
- White Castle: A well-preserved 13th-century castle, one of the famous "Three Castles" of Monmouthshire.
- Goodrich Castle: An impressive medieval castle offering historical insights and views over the Wye Valley.