Sugrue South Downs - Storrington Priory Vineyard

About Sugrue South Downs - Storrington Priory Vineyard

Sugrue South Downs Storrington Priory Vineyard is a boutique winery nestled in the beautiful West Sussex countryside near the village of Storrington, within the South East England region. This charming vineyard sits within the coveted South Downs chalkdown terroir, which has proven to be exceptionally well suited to cool climate viticulture and the production of high quality English wines.

Established in 2006 by founder Dermot Sugrue, this small yet accomplished vineyard encompasses 1.40 hectares of carefully tended vines. The estate has earned a strong reputation for its meticulous approach to winemaking, focusing on producing traditional method sparkling wines that showcase the unique character of the West Sussex terroir. The planted grape varieties include Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the two classic varietals used in the finest sparkling wines, along with Precoce, an early ripening variety that thrives in the English climate.

The wines from Sugrue South Downs Storrington Priory Vineyard are crafted with a philosophy of minimal intervention and maximum expression of fruit quality. Hand harvesting and careful attention throughout the winemaking process ensure that each bottle reflects the distinctive qualities of the vineyard site. The resulting English wines demonstrate the potential for world class sparkling wine production in South East England.

Visitors interested in exploring this West Sussex vineyard can arrange appointments to experience guided tours and tasting sessions. The intimate scale of the operation allows guests to connect directly with the vineyard environment, walk through the vine rows, and learn about the seasonal rhythm of viticulture in the South Downs. Wine enthusiasts can sample the current releases, including the signature traditional method sparkling wines.

The postcode for the vineyard is RH20 4LN, placing it conveniently accessible for daytrippers exploring the growing network of English vineyards in the South East region. Sugrue South Downs Storrington Priory Vineyard represents the quality and dedication that continues to elevate English wine onto the world stage.