Brissenden Vineyard

About Brissenden Vineyard

Brissenden Vineyard is a charming family-run estate nestled in the beautiful Kent countryside, South East England. Founded in 1988, this well-established vineyard has been cultivating grapes for over three decades, making it one of the longer-running commercial vineyards in the region. The estate spans 2.63 hectares of planted vines, producing a thoughtful selection of English wines that reflect the unique character of the Kent terroir.

The vineyard is planted with a carefully selected range of grape varieties including Bacchus, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Precoce, and Reich. Bacchus has become particularly celebrated in English viticulture for its ability to produce aromatic white wines with distinctive character, while Chardonnay provides the classic foundation for both still and potentially sparkling wine production. The presence of Pinot Noir allows the estate to produce quality red wines, capturing the Burgundian grape variety that has found surprising success in England's cooler climate.

Located in Kent with postcode ME17 3DU, Brissenden Vineyard sits within a county that has earned its reputation as England's premier wine region. The South East location benefits from the same chalk geology that has made Champagne famous, combined with careful vineyard management that has produced healthy crops even in challenging vintages. This combination of established vines, traditional grape varieties, and a supportive microclimate has enabled the vineyard to maintain consistent production over many years.

Brissenden Vineyard welcomes visitors who wish to explore the estate and experience their wines. Whether you are seeking a Kent vineyard visit to understand English wine production firsthand, or simply looking to enjoy a pleasant afternoon discovering local wines, the estate offers an accessible and authentic experience. English wine tourism continues to grow in popularity, and vineyards like Brissenden provide an excellent introduction to what the UK wine industry has to offer.