St. Martin's Vineyard

About St. Martin's Vineyard

St. Martin's Vineyard stands as one of the most westerly vineyards in the United Kingdom, situated on the beautiful island of St. Martin's within the Isles of Scilly archipelago off the coast of Cornwall. This exceptional coastal winery has been cultivating vines since 1996, cultivating wine grapes across 0.95 hectares of planted vineyards that benefit from the unique maritime climate and sheltered positioning of these remote islands.

The vineyard has established itself as a significant producer within the English wine industry, cultivating an impressive range of grape varieties that reflects both traditional and innovative winemaking approaches. The planting includes aromatic white wine grapes such as Madeleine Angevine, Seyval Blanc, Siegerrebe, and Schonburger, alongside more modern varieties like Orion, Rondo, and Reichensteiner. For red wine production, St. Martin's Vineyard cultivates Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Regent, and Triomphe d'Alsace, providing the winery with a diverse portfolio of fruit to craft an interesting selection of English wines.

Visitors to St. Martin's Vineyard can experience the unique atmosphere of this island winery, exploring the vineyards set against the stunning backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean. The winery opens its doors to the public, offering wine lovers the opportunity to discover their handcrafted wines while learning about the distinctive challenges and rewards of growing grapes in such an exposed coastal location. The combination of Gulf Stream warmth and careful vineyard management enables the production of wines that express the maritime character of these remote islands.

As part of the broader Cornwall wine region, St. Martin's Vineyard represents the adventurous spirit of English winemaking, pushing viticultural boundaries in a location that many would consider too far west for successful grape growing. The winery demonstrates how England's diverse wine regions extend beyond the traditional mainland areas, showcasing the quality potential of island vineyards in producing distinctive wines that capture the essence of their extraordinary location.