A CELEBRATION OF LOCAL VINEYARDS OFFERING OUTSTANDING WINES, BEAUTIFUL VIEWS AND A WARM WELCOME.

Five leading vineyards, based in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, announce their inaugural weekend of festivities June 8th – 9th 2019 to celebrate the formation of a new English wine region: 'Vineyards of the Surrey Hills'.

Media Release Date: 1st March 2019

A new collaboration of five multi-award winning vineyards have announced a special launch weekend on 8th 9th June 2019, to celebrate the formation of a new English wine region - 'Vineyards of the Surrey Hills'. This collection of top producers, located in the glorious Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), offers guests a fantastic experience – outstanding wines, beautiful views and a warm welcome.

This group of picturesque vineyards excels in producing outstanding wines, ranging from exquisite English sparklings, through still white and rosé wines, to sumptuous sweet wine. Each will host unique experiences to delight visitors.

Guests of this celebratory weekend can choose to take part in a range of different activities at each vineyard; from viewing Sculptures, enjoying music or a picnic in historic gardens, exploring a 'secret vineyard trail', sampling a range of wines from tasting bars set in the vineyards, or even participating in a Battle of Waterloo 'Champagne vs English sparkling taste-off,' hosted by a master of wine.

“England is now internationally recognised as a leading producer of top quality wines” explains Nick Wenman, owner of Albury Organic Vineyard and chair of Wine GB South East. “We are proud to be putting Surrey on the map as a premium wine region, offering some of the very best wines and visitor experiences that England has to share”.

Sibylla Tindale, co-owner of High Clandon and a member of the group explains: “This initiative not only celebrates our outstanding wines but also the beauty of the five vineyards set within the Surrey Hills AONB. Each vineyard, from boutique to big, has unique offerings in multi-award winning English wines and tours. We want our visitors to delight in wandering through the vineyards, tasting the wines, to learn something new and to really immerse themselves here.”

Vineyards of the Surrey Hills was recently created to celebrate the excellence of wines grown in this unique area. Nurtured on the chalky limestone hills with the same geology as that of the Champagne region, these vineyards have a unique location and represent the very pinnacle of quality in the increasingly-successful English wine industry, having won top international awards for their wines and wine tourism.

Easy to find and easy to reach, just 20 miles from London, the vineyards comprise Denbies Wine Estate, High Clandon Vineyard, Albury Organic Vineyard, Chilworth Manor Vineyard, and Greyfriars Vineyard. A map of the wine region invites visitors to explore the area using easily accessible routes whether they're walking the North Downs, hopping on a train from London, or enjoying a drive along the leafy lanes of Surrey.

They invite you to enjoy their stunning vineyards, taste the wines, and learn something new. Immerse yourself in this area of outstanding natural beauty.

 

ENDS

 

Images, logo, map, events schedule & producer information available via https://www.dropbox.com/sh/f7fgy2mpnft0f21/AABFPVHj-MdPRQreP-P50XEEa?dl=0

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For more information see www.surreyhillsvineyards.co.uk

For social media please see www.facebook.com/SurreyVineyards, www.twitter.com/SurreyVineyards , www.instagram.com/alburyvineyard #SurreyHillsVineyards

For media enquiries please contact:-

Sibylla Tindale E: sibylla@highclandon.co.uk T: 07711 266918 or 01483 225660

Lucy Letley E: lucy@alburyvineyard.com T: 07766 233611

 

A SPARKLING LAUNCH WEEKEND FOR VINEYARDS OF THE SURREY HILLS.

PROGRAMME for the Festival Open Cellar Door Weekend 8th – 9th June 2019

 

A celebration of Vineyards of the Surrey Hills, with outstanding wines, beautiful views and a warm welcome.

 

DENBIES WINE ESTATE. Open 8th – 9th June, 9.30am - 6pm

Secret Vineyard Trail: Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th, 11am & 2pm.

The Secret Vineyard Trail takes you at a leisurely pace to some of the most beautiful viewing points in the vineyard and areas not normally accessible to the public, including the Yew Tree Vineyard. Selected tastings will be served along the way. Experience magnificent panoramic views of the 265 acres under vine, with far reaching views over the Denbies Estate and the North Downs. Running at selected times throughout the day. Cameras are strongly recommended.

Special 'Vineyards of the Surrey Hills' Launch price: £15.00 per person

 

'Vineyards of the Surrey Hills' Wine Tasting, 12-6pm: Introducing 'Vineyards of the Surrey Hills'.

To celebrate the collaboration of 5 vineyards located within the stunning Surrey Hills, taste a selection of their exquisite wines against some of Europe's finest sparkling wines.

£5 per person

Enjoy live music on the lawn throughout the day. A selection of refreshments and locally sourced sharing platters will be available.

Visit www.denbies.co.uk or call 01306 876616 to book.

 

HIGH CLANDON VINEYARD.

8th – 9th June.  Open 11am - 4pm

Art & Sculptures in the Vineyard exhibition. In this atmospheric setting enjoy the beautiful artworks arranged in the dreamy wildflower meadow, gardens and vineyard with its sweeping views over the beautiful Surrey Hills and dramatic views to London's distant skyline. Over 150 works of art by noted artists will be on display in the Glass Barn and vineyard gardens.

 

Wine by the glass and tasting available of their 2014 vintage Halcyon Cuvée and Liqueur at £5/glass in the Glass Barn.

 

£5 donation to Cherry Trees charity requested. Cherry Trees will benefit also from a percentage of any art and wine sales made.

 

The 'Battle of Waterloo' Sparkling wine vs Champagne Tasting with the drama of a Napoleonic sabreur to open a champagne bottle and tutored by a jolly and knowledgeable wine master and the owners of High Clandon, Bruce and Sibylla Tindale.  A unique opportunity to try the glorious English sparkling wines from the Surrey Hills against champagne. Who wins this battle?

*all VoSH sparkling wines to be included here to showcase the collaboration of the five Vineyards of the Surrey Hills.

 

Saturday 8th June at 12 noon – 12.45pm or 3.00 – 3.45pm.

Sunday 9th June 12 noon – 12.45pm

£15 per person. Pre-Booking essential through email finewine@highclandon.co.uk or website www.highclandon.co.uk or please ring 01483 225660.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ALBURY ORGANIC VINEYARD.

Open Saturday 8th June - Open Cellar Door Day, 11am – 5pm, free entry

Enjoy our free self-guided tour of the vineyard, taste our award-winning sparkling wines and Silent Pool Rosé, and relax with a glass of bubbly on our vineyard patio. Children, dogs and muddy boots welcome (kids will love our vineyard toy trail)!

 

Guided tours of the vineyard will run at 11am and 2pm, and they're a great way to learn more about us, our passion for organics, and our love for great English wine. Tours are £20/person and must be booked in advance www.alburyvineyard.com

 

Sunday 9th June - Albury Wine Festival to celebrate Albury Vineyard's 10th Anniversary, 11am – 5pm

Join us in celebrating 10 years since we planted the vineyard! This very special open day features tours of the vineyard, a pop-up wine bar and wood-fired pizza oven, and live jazz music from the FB Pocket Orchestra. Plus masterclasses with English wine expert John Mobbs and sommelier Emily Lambert (winner of Channel 4's Million Pound Menu) offer a unique chance to taste wines from all five Vineyards of the Surrey Hills. Early-bird booking is advised via www.alburyvineyard.com.

 

CHILWORTH MANOR VINEYARD.

Open 8th – 9th June, 12pm – 5pm

Contemporary English wines rooted in Chilworth's history – unique opportunity to visit both the vineyard and the gardens of Chilworth Manor. There will be tours of the vineyard, tastings of our Rosé as well as the opportunity to learn more about our history and to have picnics in the garden.

 

Chilworth Manor has its roots in a history spanning nearly a thousand years with many inhabitants contributing to its evolution. Most famously Sarah Churchill, Duchess of Marlborough (recently featured in the award winning movie “The Favourite”), but also Alwyn the Saxon, Odo the Norman, monks and pilgrims, gunpowder manufacturers and Lord & Lady Heald.  The vineyard, nestled in the beautiful Surrey Hills, is adding another layer to this rich history.

 

Come and explore whilst enjoying our Rosé.

 

More information and tickets will be available from our website www.chilworthmanorvineyard.com

 

GREYFRIARS VINEYARD.

Saturday 8 June - Open Day,   10am - 4pm  Free Entry - No Booking Required 

Meet the winemaker, vineyard manager and the rest of the Greyfriars team and taste your way through our range of award winning wines on our viewing deck overlooking the Surrey Hills. Tutored tastings, impromptu vineyard walks and a special Vineyards of the Surrey Hills masterclass with owner/winemaker

 

Mike Wagstaff will also be on the menu for the day. A relaxed atmosphere in the gorgeous setting of our vineyard makes this fun for all the family. We look forward to seeing you there!

 

Sunday 9 June - Cellar Door Opening and Afternoon Tea at the Vineyard - 10am - 5pm 

Visit our brand new Cellar Door Shop any time between 10am and 5pm and members of the Greyfriars team will be on hand to serve tasters and chat about our winemaking and vineyard processes. We will also be teaming up with a local baker based in the Surrey Hills to provide you with a delightful selection of handmade cakes to enjoy with a glass of Greyfriars sparkling wine in the stunning surroundings of our 40-acre vineyard. Visit our website for more information: www.greyfriarsvineyard.co.uk

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For more information, see www.surreyhillsvineyards.co.uk

Sibylla Tindale E: sibylla@highclandon.co.uk T: 07711 266918

Lucy Letley E: lucy@alburyvineyard.com T: 07766 233611