Ragstone Ridge

About Ragstone Ridge

Ragstone Ridge is a boutique vineyard nestled in the heart of Kent, the celebrated county often referred to as the Garden of England. This South East England winery represents the exciting growth of English wine production, with 8.09 hectares carefully planted with grape varieties suited to the British climate. Established in 2019, Ragstone Ridge has quickly earned recognition among Kent vineyards for its commitment to quality English wine.

The vineyard focuses on three principal grape varieties that have proven remarkably successful in English viticulture. The aromatic Bacchus grape produces crisp, flinty white wines reminiscent of Sauvignon Blanc, offering notes of citrus and green apple that capture the freshness of the Kent countryside. Chardonnay thrives in this region, providing the foundation for elegant still wines and potentially contributing to traditional method sparkling wines. The versatile Pinot Noir completes the portfolio, enabling the production of both light, fruity red wines and rosés that showcase the grape's exceptional expression in English terroir.

Ragstone Ridge exemplifies the new generation of English wineries emerging across the South East. Kent's unique combination of chalk soils, sheltered slopes, and maritime climate creates ideal conditions for growing these classic varieties. The winery's establishment in 2019 places it among the pioneers of this contemporary English wine renaissance, demonstrating how new vineyards can quickly produce wines of character and distinction.

Visitors curious about this Kent vineyard should check Ragstone Ridge wine's official website at ragstoneridgewine.co.uk for the latest information on tours, tastings, and wine purchases. As the English wine industry continues to expand, Ragstone Ridge stands as testament to the quality and potential of Kent's evolving vineyard scene.