Winding Wood Vineyard

This vineyard is open by appointment only. Contact them directly to arrange a visit.

Cellar door sales by appointment only. Vineyard is generally around working May to early October. Group Tours and Tastings (GBP30pp, 1.5 hrs, tasting of Brut/Brut Rose/Demi-Sec) run on Saturday afternoons only during May-October, per the tour timetable/calendar. A separate midweek private group option (min 8 people, with optional food) is also available May-October by arrangement. Previous entry said weekends generally -- the site actually specifies Saturdays only for the standard tour.

Opening hours can change for private events - it's always worth checking the vineyard's website before you visit.

What's the vibe?

Winding Wood Vineyard offers an intimate and personal experience, allowing visitors to connect directly with the owners and the vines in a beautiful, boutique setting. Reviewers consistently highlight the friendly atmosphere and the picturesque West Berkshire countryside that surrounds this charming, small-scale operation.

Tours & Tastings: Guided vineyard tours and wine tastings are available on selected Saturday afternoons. These must be booked in advance and cater to small groups, with a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 12 people per tour. The cost is from £30 per person. The tour takes in the vines and concludes with a tasting of all three sparkling wines in the vineyard's 18th-century oak-framed threshing barn. Private tours are also available for groups of up to 12 people, priced from £35 per person, and can be booked by contacting the vineyard directly. Walk-in cellar door visits are also possible, though booking ahead is recommended.

Restaurant/Cafe: There is no restaurant or cafe on-site. However, local chefs can provide gourmet menus for private or corporate events hosted at the vineyard.

Accommodation: No accommodation is available directly at the vineyard.

Events: Winding Wood Vineyard hosts WSET wine courses and Wine Club events, and is available for corporate events. Check the website for upcoming dates.

Wine Club: A wine club is available for those who want to secure a regular annual allocation. Members are also invited to exclusive Wine Club events at the vineyard.

Children & Dogs: Both children and dogs are welcome at the vineyard, including on guided tours through the vines and into the threshing barn.

Winding Wood Vineyard specialises exclusively in English sparkling wine, crafted using the traditional method (Méthode Champenoise) from classic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grape varieties. Their range includes a Brut, a Brut Rosé, and a Demi-Sec.

The vineyard has garnered significant recognition for its wines, winning numerous gold medals and achieving top honours at national wine competitions. In 2024, their Brut Rosé 2020 received both a gold medal and the Trophy for Best Sparkling Rosé at the WineGB Awards, as well as a gold medal and the Trophy for Top Sparkling Wine at the Independent English Wine Awards. Their Brut Reserve 2018 also secured a gold medal at the WineGB Awards 2024.

Winding Wood Vineyard is deeply committed to sustainable practices. Following a three-year conversion period, the vineyard became both Organic and Demeter certified at the end of 2024, making it one of only a handful of vineyards in England and Wales with these certifications. They embrace a biodynamic approach, employing regenerative methods such as no-till under the vines, continuous soil improvement, avoiding synthetic chemicals, and using plant-based teas to build vine resistance.

While the vineyard meticulously tends its hand-harvested grapes, the winemaking itself is done off-site by Daniel Ham of Offbeat Wines, located near Salisbury. The wines are aged for a minimum of 24 months on their yeast lees, followed by 6 months resting on cork before release.

By Car: Winding Wood Vineyard is conveniently located just off Junction 14 of the M4 motorway, east of Hungerford.

By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Hungerford or Newbury, accessible via services from London Paddington. A short taxi ride or local transport would be required from either station.

Book train tickets in advance via Trainline.

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