Grape
Chardonnay in England
10 producers in England have rated wines from Chardonnay; for 8 of them it is the main grape. The places with the most producers are Southampton (1), West Chiltington (1), Appledore (1), Washington (1), Hambledon (1).
Chardonnay is one of the three classic grapes of English traditional method sparkling wine, with Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier (WineGB). Kent’s warmer, drier conditions suit it particularly well, and Essex’s Crouch Valley, at the heart of the UK’s still wine production, makes standout Chardonnay too (WineGB).
| Producer | Village | Falstaff | Main grapes | Farming | Visits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exton Park Vineyard | Southampton | ★★★★★ | Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir | Yes | |
| Nyetimber | West Chiltington | ★★★★★ | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir | ||
| Gusbourne | Appledore | ★★★★★ | Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier | Yes | |
| Wiston Estate | Washington | ★★★★★ | Chardonnay | Yes | |
| Hambledon Vineyard | Hambledon | ★★★★★ | Chardonnay | Yes | |
| Rathfinny Wine Estate | Polegate | ★★★★★ | Pinot Noir, Chardonnay | Yes | |
| Hattingley Valley | Alresford | ★★★★★ | Chardonnay | Yes | |
| Balfour - Hush Heath Estate | Tonbridge | ★★★★★ | Pinot Noir, Chardonnay | Yes | |
| Ridgeview Estate Winery Ltd | Ditchling | ★★★★★ | Chardonnay | Yes | |
| Langham Wine Estate and Vineyard | Dorchester | Chardonnay | Yes |
Books and guides
- Wine GrapesJancis Robinson, Julia Harding, José Vouillamoz · Ecco · in English
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