Chapel Down Wines - Bokes Farm Vineyard

About Chapel Down Wines - Bokes Farm Vineyard

Chapel Down Bokes Farm Vineyard is a significant addition to Kent's flourishing wine country, representing the continued expansion of English wine production in the South East of England. Located near the village of Brook in Kent, this vineyard spans approximately 22.23 hectares and was established in 2017, making it a relatively young but ambitious planting within the Chapel Down Wines portfolio.

As part of the Chapel Down Wines estate, Bokes Farm Vineyard contributes to one of England's most recognised wine producers. The vineyard is planted with carefully selected grape varieties suited to the English climate, including Bacchus, which has become a hallmark of English still wine production, alongside Pinot Noir and the early-ripening Pinot Precoce. The planting of Siegerrebe adds diversity to the vineyard's portfolio, offering opportunities for producing aromatic white wines with distinctive character.

The Kent location places Bokes Farm Vineyard within the heart of England's most productive wine region. Kent's chalk downland and maritime climate provide favourable conditions for growing high-quality grapes, and Chapel Down has established itself as a pioneer in demonstrating the potential of English viticulture. The combination of modern viticultural techniques and traditional winemaking expertise ensures that grapes from this vineyard have the opportunity to express their terroir.

Chapel Down Wines is known for offering visitors the chance to explore their vineyards and tasting experiences, with their main winemaking and visitor facilities based in nearby Tenterden. Wine enthusiasts interested in visiting Kent vineyards should check the Chapel Down website for current opening times and tour availability. The winery produces a range of English sparkling wines and still wines that have garnered recognition both domestically and internationally.

The expansion represented by Bokes Farm Vineyard underscores Chapel Down's commitment to growing premium English wine. As more hectares come into full production, this Kent vineyard will play an increasingly important role in supplying fruit for Chapel Down's award-winning wines, helping to meet the growing demand for quality English wine both in the UK and abroad.