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Beyond the vineyard: the horticultural roots of Britain’s wine boom by Dirt.news
We're pleased to have contributed to the latest article from Dirt.news, reflecting on UK vineyards during English Wine Week.
Jul 11 min read
A Return to the Cotswolds
At the end of May we returned to the Cotswolds to complete on a boutique Bacchus vineyard. The vineyard is located within historic walled gardens that will add a great feature to the landscaping and provide some wonderful wine in a few years time. The trellising is on wood with posts and stays hand built by ourselves with the wiring on an adjustable chain system to allow the wires to be raised and lowered as needed. Bacchus is a great choice for the area with some local viney
Jun 131 min read
Supporting TCV and all the Volunteers at Hull Road Park in York
At the beginning of June, we were fortunate to be able to help The Conservation Volunteers and the amazing work they are doing in collaboration with York City Council to revitalise areas of Hull Road Park in York.
Jun 91 min read
A Boutique Vineyard for East Sussex
Last week The Vinehouse UK was lucky to spend a few days in the High Weald AONB planting a small but versatile vineyard. Whilst small in scale, the vines here are perfect choices for those looking for disease resistant and low maintenance varieties that still produce exceptional wines. We planted a selection of Solaris, Souvignier Gris, Rondo and Regent which will all blend nicely to create a range of wines. In this instance, the vineyard is built on adjustable, metal trellis
May 181 min read
Explained: Training Systems
In our latest Explained series, we wanted to explain vines look the way they do and why British vineyards differ to those on the continent or further afield.
May 153 min read
Explained: Grapevine Rootstocks
Our Explained series looks at rootstocks. What are they? Why do we need them? How do I choose one?
May 153 min read
The Vinehouse UK assist in an expansion for Goosebeck Vineyard
In May we had the pleasure to return to Goosebeck Vineyard near York to assist in planting an expansion in the vineyard. Goosebeck are planting Divico, Regent, Sauvignac, Sauvitage as well as Pinot Noir to complement their existing planting. Sauvignac is a hybrid grape that is particularly well-suited for cooler climates. This variety is known for producing aromatic white wines with a fresh and fruity character. Sauvitage, whislt being a little lesser-known is gaining recogni
May 151 min read
Expansion of Towthorpe Vineyard Complete
In early May 2026 The Vinehouse UK completed a small expansion to Towthorpe Vineyard just outside of York. This expansion is planting a number of different varieties, some new to the vineyard including Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Cortis and Divico as well as Sauvitage, Seyval Blanc and Solaris which are always proving popular in northern england. We wish Towthorpe the best of luck for the 2026 growing season. For information on any of the varieties mentioned in this arti
May 11 min read
Explained: What are grapevine clones?
Our Explained series looks at Clones. What are they? How do I choose the right clone?
Apr 13 min read
The Vinehouse UK help kick-off row building at Irish Wine Estates
In Co Tipperary, Ireland, the first row has been laid out for the future Irish Wine Estates.
Dec 3, 20251 min read
How the UK’s Hottest Summer Fueled a Landmark 2025 Harvest
As the 2025 harvest comes to a close and fermentation begins, this summer will be remembered as one of the earliest in recent memory. Vineyards across the UK have enjoyed near-perfect weather conditions that have delivered both quantity and quality in equal measure. The warm and dry spring this year encouraged strong early growth and successful flowering. These conditions set the stage for healthy fruit set and reduced the threat of frost, despite the fact that there were a n
Oct 28, 20252 min read
Grapevine of the Month: Solaris
If you ask someone to name a white wine, they’d say Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay, possibly Pinot Gris/Grigio, but would they say...
Sep 3, 20252 min read
Grapevine of the month: Rondo
Have you heard of Rondo? Possibly not. It is a cool climate variety that is doing well in the north of England. Rondo is a black skinned...
Aug 6, 20251 min read
Leaf Removal for Grapevines
In vineyards across the UK, teams will be out in the vines removing leaves at this time of year. It's technical term is 'grapevine cluster zone leaf removal' but also known as leaf thinning, leaf pulling, or defoliation.
Jul 23, 20251 min read
The Vinehouse UK at Driffield Show
We've been busy chatting away to attendees all day at Driffield Show and a big thank you to Robbie Moore MP, Shadow Minister for...
Jul 16, 20251 min read
The Vinehouse UK attend The Great Yorkshire Show with Strutt & Parker
The Vinehouse UK attend The Great Yorkshire Show with Strutt & Parker
Jul 16, 20251 min read
Grapevine of the month: Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is a wonderful grape, making sophisticated wines which are often many peoples’ favourite. The smells of ripe cherries,...
Jul 9, 20252 min read
Grapevine of the Month: Divico
Divico. Why all the fuss? A flurry of UK mainstream media in 2019, spoke about Divico being a game changer for the UK wine industry and...
Jun 11, 20252 min read
The Vinehouse UK Complete on Scottish Champagne Vineyard
We've been busy working on a very special project planting Britain's most northerly Champagne Vineyard in the Scottish Borders.
May 23, 20251 min read
Grapevine of the Month: Chardonnay
It's annual Chardonnay Day on the 22nd May, so what better way to kick off our new series highlighting the different grapevines of the UK...
May 22, 20252 min read
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