Danebury Vineyards

About Danebury Vineyards

Danebury Vineyards stands as one of Hampshire's pioneering wineries, established in 1988 in the heart of the Test Valley region. This well established Hampshire vineyard has spent over three decades cultivating grape varieties that thrive in the southern English climate, producing distinctive still wines that showcase the potential of English viticulture.

The vineyard spans 2.90 hectares of carefully tended vines, a modest yet focused planting that allows for meticulous attention to grape quality. Danebury Vineyards specializes in producing elegant still wines rather than sparkling varieties, with plantings including Auxerrois, Pinot Gris, Mad Angie, and Schönberger. These grape varieties are well suited to the Hampshire terroir, where the shelter of the surrounding countryside and free draining soils create favourable conditions for ripening.

Auxerrois brings a certain richness and texture to Danebury's wines, while Pinot Gris adds aromatic complexity and body. Mad Angie, a relatively rare variety in UK vineyards, contributes unique character to their portfolio, demonstrating the winery's willingness to experiment with less common plantings. Schönberger, another distinctive grape, rounds out the plantings with its own particular qualities.

While Danebury Vineyards is not open to visitors for tours or tastings, the winery remains an important part of Hampshire's wine landscape. Their wines are available through selected retailers and may be found in local establishments throughout the Wessex region. For those interested in experiencing the range of English wines from Hampshire, seeking out Danebury bottles at independent wine merchants or local restaurants offers the opportunity to taste this long established vineyard's craftsmanship.

As one of the older vineyards in the Hampshire wine region, Danebury Vineyards represents the pioneering spirit that helped establish England as a serious wine producing nation. Their continued dedication to producing quality still wines under the Hampshire designation underscores the region's capability for producing distinctive English wines that merit attention.