About
Nestled at the foot of the picturesque South Downs in Ditchling, just a 20-minute drive from Brighton, Ridgeview is a second-generation family company dedicated to the production of the highest quality English Sparkling Wine. We welcome guests all year round for tours, tastings and relaxed drinking and dining by the vines, in the Ridgeview Wine Garden.
Winter Wine Garden
Escape the winter chill and cosy up in our heated tipi, amongst golden lanterns and soft, luxurious throws. Soak up the enchanting ambience and enjoy relaxed drinking and dining, whilst you lounge in our hub of hospitality by the vines.
Our Wine Garden in East Sussex - Ridgeview
Festive Events
Join us for a host of sparkling winter experiences. From festive food pairing tours to memorable moments in our Winter Wine Garden, we’ll bring your Christmas celebrations to life.
Festive Events at Ridgeview - Ridgeview - England
Founded in 1995, our dedication, passion and determination have significantly contributed to the international reputation and popularity now attributed to the English wine industry. Our wines are regularly used at receptions at No.10 Downing Street and have been served by the Queen at State Banquets.
The vineyard and winery, with our beautiful tasting room is open year round. A Ridgeview Tour & Tasting is the perfect way to delve behind-the-scenes and taste some award-winning wines! Throughout the year we host a number of events, ranging from our general tours to food & wine pairing evenings. Pre-booking is essential as they do sell out, please see our website for available dates. Or why not get a group together and come along for a private tour?
General Tour
Duration: 1.5 - 2 hours
Cost: £15 per person
Max no. of people: 20
Included:
· Tour of the vineyard where we grow the grape varieties Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier
· Explanation of the various vineyard activities that occur throughout the year
· Tour of our state-of-the-art specialist winery and equipment
· An insight into the sparkling wine making process
· Visit to the cellars where secondary bottle fermentation takes place
· Tasting of all our current releases in our picturesque tasting room that overlooks the South Downs
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