Fairmile Vineyard

About Fairmile Vineyard

Fairmile Vineyard is a boutique English wine producer situated in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside near Henley-on-Thames. Established in 2013, this expanding vineyard has planted three hectares of classic Champagne grape varieties that thrive in the southern English climate. The vineyard takes its name from the local landscape, reflecting its elevated position above the River Thames corridor.

The vineyard focuses on producing premium English sparkling wine using the traditional Champagne method. The three grape varieties grown at Fairmile include Chardonnay, which brings elegance and finesse to the wines, Pinot Noir for structure and depth, and Meunier to add fruitiness and approachability. These classic varieties are ideally suited to the chalky soils and temperate climate of the Thames Valley region, producing grapes of excellent quality for traditional method sparkling wine production.

Visitors to Fairmile Vineyard can experience the vineyard by appointment, enjoying guided tours of the vines and winery facilities. The tasting experience allows guests to sample the range of English wines produced on site, gaining insight into the meticulous care and attention that goes into every bottle. These intimate visits provide an excellent opportunity to learn about English wine production directly from the people who cultivate the grapes and craft the wines.

The Thames and Chilterns region has a growing reputation for English wine production, and Fairmile Vineyard contributes to this status with its commitment to quality winemaking. As the vineyard matures and production increases, wine enthusiasts are showing increasing interest in discovering these handcrafted English wines. The combination of traditional grape varieties, modern winemaking techniques, and the unique terroir of Oxfordshire creates wines that represent the very best of English viticulture.

Wine lovers seeking an authentic English vineyard experience will find Fairmile Vineyard a rewarding destination. Whether arranging a private visit or joining one of their scheduled tasting events, guests can appreciate the passion and dedication that defines this Oxfordshire producer. The vineyard continues to develop its range of sparkling wines, showcasing the tremendous potential of English wine to rival the finest traditional method wines from traditional wine regions around the world.