Roebuck Estates: English Sparkling Wine from a West Sussex Vineyard
Tucked into the rolling West Sussex countryside a mile or so west of the market town of Petworth, Roebuck Estates has quietly become one of England’s most talked-about vintage sparkling wine producers. With a six-parcel patchwork of vineyards spread across Sussex and Kent, a tasting venue called The View perched at the top of their home estate, a brand-new summer wine bar inside Brighton’s Royal Pavilion Rooms, and a bulging trophy cabinet, Roebuck Estates is the kind of producer that even Jancis Robinson picks out as “a producer that stands out from the crowd.” Below is a complete guide to the winery, the wines, the tours, the gift sets, and the seasonal events you can book for a summer 2026 visit.
The Roebuck Story
Roebuck Estates was founded in 2013 by two friends who shared a passion for great wine and a clear ambition: to craft exceptional vintage English sparkling wines every single year that could be enjoyed all over the world. To achieve that goal, they knew they would need to source the very best grapes from the finest vineyard sites in England, so they purchased their first parcel of land in West Sussex and Roebuck Estates was born.
The name is a tribute to the wild roe deer that are often seen roaming the vines. Like the animal, the team says, they aim to leave the lightest possible footprint on their environment - a theme that runs through everything from the sustainability programme to the packaging. Their debut vintage was released in 2019, and since then the wines have won numerous trophies and awards at prestigious global wine competitions and can be found on the lists of some of the finest restaurants in the UK and beyond.
The Vineyards
Roebuck Estates farms six parcels of land - around 70 individual blocks of vines - spread across West Sussex, East Sussex and Kent. The team grows the classic Champenois trio of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, with each parcel planted with the specific clones and rootstocks best suited to its soil and microclimate. Blocks are tracked individually using a viticulture software system called Sectormentor, allowing the team to be precise about canopy, yield and harvest timing. The six sites are:
- Roebuck - Tillington, West Sussex. The home vineyard, sitting in a natural amphitheatre just outside the village of Tillington with stunning southerly views toward the South Downs. Home to the estate’s oldest vines, planted in 2006, on heat-retaining greensand soils that lend elegance and finesse. This is where The View tasting area and the new Sparkling Wine Bar sit.
- Roman Villa - Bignor, West Sussex. Just under 15 acres of exclusively Pinot Noir planted in 2007 on south-facing loam and clay-rich slopes, sheltered by the Downs. Gives great structure and depth to the blends.
- Little Brockhurst - Lurgashall, West Sussex. Planted in 2014 in the foothills of Black Down, on a mix of flint, clay and sandy soils, the 17 acres of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier produce exceptional fruit with real complexity.
- Waterlands - Slinfold, West Sussex. Planted in 2017 with the full Champenois trio, on south-facing slopes that produce wonderfully ripe fruit adding texture, depth and richness to the blends.
- Hazelhurst - Ticehurst, East Sussex. Just over 40 acres across eight distinct blocks, planted on heat-retaining sandstone soils overlooking the Bewl Water reservoir, contributing richness and complexity.
- Chalkhill Blue - Bilting, Kent. The newest 35-acre site on classic chalk soils with fantastic drainage. Named after the beautiful Chalkhill Blue butterfly native to the local area.
Crafting the Wines
From the vineyard to the bottle, Roebuck’s philosophy is six steps long, and every step is built around the idea of producing a wine that is a true expression of the growing season.
1. Hand in hand with nature
Each of the 70 blocks is monitored individually, with only the finest, perfectly ripe bunches selected at harvest.
2. Handpicked fruit
Individual bunches are harvested by hand to preserve fruit integrity and gently whole-bunch pressed at the winery, yielding only the highest-quality juice.
3. Vintage only
Every Roebuck sparkling wine is vintage only - produced from the harvest of a single year and blended from the classic Champenois trio, made according to the traditional method.
4. Respect for tradition
Each block is vinified separately, and a small proportion of the wines are partially fermented in fine, aged Burgundian oak barrels, adding complexity, depth and texture.
5. The art of blending
Pinot Noir brings structure and texture, Chardonnay brings elegance, acidity and aromatics, and Pinot Meunier fills the gaps with floral and perfumed notes. Blending is where the picture of the vintage comes into focus.
6. Aged to perfection
The wines are lees-aged in bottle for a minimum of three years, followed by significant time on cork before release. The most recent Blanc de Blancs 2019 was aged on lees for more than five years.
The Sparkling Wine Collection
Every Roebuck wine is bottled in the traditional method and is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans. The current collection, with cellar-door prices, includes:
Classic Cuvée 2020 - From £38
The signature blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, grown across the Roebuck, Little Brockhurst and Waterlands vineyards. Pale gold, with baked apples, ripe citrus, a biscuity richness and a hint of sweet spice. Elegant, refined and refreshingly balanced, the 2020 is built for seafood and canapés.
Rosé de Noirs 2020 - From £42
Hand-picked Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier from the Roebuck, Little Brockhurst, Roman Villa and Waterlands vineyards, with a splash of Pinot Précoce added at disgorgement for colour. Wild strawberries, red berries and toasted walnuts on a base of biscuity richness and vibrant acidity. Minimally 48 months on lees.
Blanc de Noirs 2018 - From £50
Made only in exceptional years, this 100% Pinot Noir from the Roman Villa vineyard delivers delicate bubbles, a silky texture and a long, exquisite finish, with citrus, baked apples, toasted brioche, honey and sweet spice.
Blanc de Blancs 2019 - From £50
The latest release: 100% Chardonnay from the Roebuck and Little Brockhurst vineyards, partially fermented in old Burgundian oak and aged on lees for more than five years. Delicate citrus, stone fruits, white flowers and toasted hazelnut on a long, beautifully balanced finish.
Rosé Reserve 2019 - From £35
Recently awarded an outstanding 96 points at the International Wine Challenge 2025, taking Gold and the English Sparkling Rosé Trophy. Vibrant raspberries, apricot and subtle toasted hazelnut.
Rare Expressions No.19 - From £95
A limited-edition 2015 single-clone wine from the Roman Villa vineyard, aged slowly on lees for seven to eight years. Ripe peach, baked apples, honeysuckle and toasted almonds. A wine for cellaring or marking a milestone.
Rare Expressions No.96 - From £95
The 2014 vintage, deep golden in the glass, with toasted walnuts, candied citrus peel, honey and a biscuity richness from extended bottle ageing.
Limited Vintages
The library category includes Classic Cuvée 2013 from £32 and Rosé de Noirs 2017 from £42, plus the magnums (Classic Cuvée 2018 Magnum £90, Rosé de Noirs 2018 Magnum £100, Blanc de Noirs 2018 Magnum £110).
Gift Sets, Mixed Cases and Personalisation
Roebuck divides its gift range into three clear families: personalised bottles, classic gift sets, and curated mixed cases.
Personalised bottles
The personalisation service, run in partnership with All About You, lets you engrave a name, message or special date on Classic Cuvée 2020, Rosé de Noirs 2020 and Blanc de Noirs 2018. Personalised bottles can also be included in a gift set with two tulip-shaped Roebuck glasses.
Single-bottle gift boxes
- Classic Cuvée 2020 with Gift Box - £40
- Rosé de Noirs 2020 with Gift Box - £44
- Blanc de Noirs 2018 with Gift Box - £52
Glassware gift sets
- Classic Cuvée 2020 Gift Set (with two tulip glasses) - £65
- Rosé de Noirs 2020 Gift Set - £69
- Blanc de Noirs 2018 Gift Set - £77
- Rare Expressions No.19 Gift Set - £125
- Rare Expressions No.96 Gift Set - £125
Mixed cases
- Celebration Duo (Classic Cuvée 2019 & Rosé de Noirs 2019) - £80
- Estate Trio (Classic Cuvée 2020, Rosé de Noirs 2020, Blanc de Noirs 2018) - from £130
- Celebration Case (6 bottles of Classic Cuvée 2020 & Rosé de Noirs 2020) - £240
- Estate Collection (2 bottles each of Classic Cuvée 2020, Rosé de Noirs 2020 and Blanc de Noirs 2018) - £260
You can also send a digital Roebuck Estates Gift Card, redeemable against wines, tours, tastings and seasonal events for 24 months, with options for personalised messages, multiple recipients and corporate gifting.
The Roebuck Vintage Cru Wine Club
For the most engaged drinkers, Roebuck runs the Vintage Cru Wine Club, capped at just 100 members. Members receive a curated selection of 12 bottles a year (either two shipments of six or four quarterly deliveries of three), made up of Classic Cuvée, Rosé de Noirs and Blanc de Noirs. Other benefits include a birthday bottle of Classic Cuvée, four complimentary Tour & Tasting tickets, complimentary access to Sunset Sipping evenings, 15% off wine online and at the Cellar Door, 10% off at the Wine Bar, complimentary UK mainland delivery, and priority access to new releases and limited-edition wines. Memberships can also be gifted.
There is also a free, no-fee Roebuck Sparkling Cru newsletter that delivers 10% off your first order, plus priority access to new releases, invitations to special events, and food pairing inspiration.
Visit the Roebuck Vineyards
The home estate is at Upperton Farm, Tillington, Petworth, West Sussex GU28 0RD, tucked just to the west of Petworth. Leave Petworth on the A272 towards Midhurst, pass through Tillington and the vineyard appears on the right, signposted Roebuck Estates. Follow the drive up the hill, turn right at the Roebuck sign and continue to the top.
Parking is free, and the venue is a 15-minute taxi ride from either Pulborough or Haslemere train stations (both with frequent services from London Victoria and London Waterloo). Please note that, due to the uneven terrain at The View, the tasting area is not suitable for guests with mobility issues, and coach parking is not available. Children are welcome but cannot join vineyard tours; well-behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
The View Cellar Door & Sparkling Wine Bar
The Cellar Door Click & Collect service runs Monday - Friday, 10am - 1pm and 1pm - 4pm (the vineyard office is not open at weekends). The summer Sparkling Wine Bar at The View opens on Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm, with no booking required. Choose a glass, share a bottle, or try a guided Wine Flight of all three vintage cuvées with a Roebuck expert on hand.
Live calendar and bookable sessions are available online.
Roebuck Brighton at The Royal Pavilion Rooms
For summer 2026 Roebuck has opened a new seasonal wine bar inside the Royal Pavilion Rooms, just moments from Brighton’s famous Lanes. Open Wednesday - Sunday, 12pm - 9pm, the bar offers the full Classic Collection by the glass, bottle and selected magnums, sparkling flights, knowledgeable team service, indoor seating and an outdoor terrace with views of the Royal Pavilion. Address: 5 Pavilion Buildings, Brighton and Hove BN1 1EE - email roebuckbrighton@roebuckestates.co.uk or call 07347 998 412.
Tours, Tastings & Experiences (with prices)
Roebuck’s ticketed experiences can be booked online. Private tours and bespoke packages can be arranged by emailing events@roebuckestates.co.uk.
Vineyard Tour & Tasting - £25 per person
A two-hour, 11:00 - 13:00 experience: walk through the vines with a Roebuck expert, learn about the grape varieties, the seasonal techniques and the team’s commitment to sustainable viticulture, then return to the tipi at The View for a tutored tasting of the Classic Cuvée, Rosé de Noirs and Blanc de Noirs. Suitable clothing and sturdy footwear recommended. Not available for under-18s.
Sunset Sipping for Two - add-on pricing
The Sunset Sipping template runs 17:30 - 20:30 and includes charcuterie or vegetarian platters with two glasses of vintage sparkling wine or a bottle for the table. Additional guest tickets cost £10 and extra sharing platters £30. Unfinished bottles go home with a complimentary sparkling stopper.
Feast in the Vines - £70 per person
This year’s Feast in the Vines takes place on Saturday 8 August 2026, 12:30 - 17:00. Generous platters of slow-cooked meats from the coals, seasonal vegetable dishes, fresh salads and pairings of Roebuck vintage sparkling, followed by a guided vineyard stroll and a celebratory glass at The View.
Sushi & Sparkling - £55 per person
An evening pairing at Roebuck Brighton with four Roebuck wines matched to eight pieces of hand-crafted sushi from the Michelin-trained, multi-award-winning team at Little Fish - Sushi in the Sticks. The first scheduled Thursday-evening session is on 13 August 2026, 18:30 - 21:30.
Weddings
Roebuck offers a complete wedding wine service, including a Pre-Wedding Tasting for Two at the Petworth vineyard with a charcuterie board for £50, a Pre-Wedding Tasting for Six for £120, and an At-Home Tasting Pack. Both tasting experiences are redeemable against orders of 48 bottles or more.
Corporate tastings
The Vintage Hour brings three award-winning wines to your office for an hour-long tasting (up to 20 guests £35 per head, up to 50 guests £30 per head, up to 80 guests £28 per head). The Masterclass is a 90-minute seated session for up to 15 guests (£45 per head) or up to 30 guests (£40 per head). The Petworth vineyard tipi can also host corporate away days for up to 50 guests. Enquiries to corporate@roebuckestates.co.uk.
Summer 2026 Events Calendar
Tickets for all listed sessions can be booked online. The currently listed sessions include:
- Tour & Tasting - recurring every Friday through summer, 11:00 - 13:00, £25 (book a Friday).
- Sunset Sipping - recurring every Friday evening, 17:30 - 20:30 (book Sunset Sipping).
- Wine Bar at The View - open Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm throughout the summer, no booking required (see Wine Bar page).
- Feast in the Vines - Saturday 8 August 2026, 12:30 - 17:00, £70 (book Feast).
- Sushi & Sparkling - Thursday 13 August 2026, 18:30 - 21:30, £55 (book Sushi & Sparkling).
Outside of the summer, Roebuck also appears as the official sparkling wine of the RHS Badminton Flower Show (8 - 12 July 2026), the Official Sparkling Wine of Glide at Battersea Power Station (November - January), and the Official Sparkling Wine of Sussex Cricket for the 2026 season.
Sustainability & Packaging
Roebuck is a founder member of the Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB) certification scheme, having reduced herbicides and minimised pesticide use in the vineyard. The team has introduced beehives, bird houses, insect hotels, reptile habitats, wildflower meadows and a winter flock of sheep to strengthen biodiversity. Packaging is equally considered: Roebuck uses Absolute Greenline neck foils made from plant-based polyethene derived from sugar cane and printed with water-based ink, and all wine boxes are fully recyclable.
How to Order
The Roebuck shop ships to mainland UK addresses (England, Scotland and Wales - excluding Northern Ireland, the Scottish Highlands and the Channel Islands). Delivery is £5 for orders under £65 and free over £65, with a standard lead time of 3 - 5 working days. Sadly, weekend and Bank Holiday deliveries are not available, and an adult signature is required. Personalised bottles are engraved by a third-party partner and shipped separately by Royal Mail 24hr tracked, which can take up to five working days. Click & Collect is available from the Roebuck Vineyard Office (Upperton Farm, Tillington, Petworth, GU28 0RD) on weekdays between 10am - 1pm and 1pm - 4pm.
The team can be contacted at hello@roebuckestates.co.uk or on 01798 263 123. The Roebuck Brighton wine bar can be reached at roebuckbrighton@roebuckestates.co.uk or 07347 998 412.
FAQs
Are the wines vegetarian and vegan?
Yes - every Roebuck vintage sparkling wine is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans.
How should I store my wine?
On its side, in a dark place, ideally at around 10°C (50°F), and away from temperature fluctuations.
Can I visit on a weekend?
The Sparkling Wine Bar at The View is open Saturdays and Sundays from 1pm - no booking required. The vineyard office for Click & Collect is weekdays only. Roebuck Brighton is open Wednesday - Sunday.
How do I pay for tickets?
Online at the time of booking. Coupon codes cannot be used on experience bookings. Tours & Tastings tickets are non-refundable but can be rescheduled with at least two weeks’ notice; other ticketed events require 48 hours’ notice for refund or transfer.
Final Word
Whether you are looking for a single bottle of award-winning vintage sparkling to open at home, a curated Estate Collection to gift, a vineyard tour with views across the South Downs, or a long-table Feast in the Vines, Roebuck Estates has built a remarkably complete English sparkling wine experience. The combination of six carefully-farmed Sussex and Kent sites, traditional-method winemaking, rigorous sustainability credentials, and a packed summer events calendar makes this one of the most exciting producers to watch in English wine today.