2009 promises to be possibly one of the best vintages at Welcombe Hills yet – not in terms of quantity (in comparison with 2006) - but certainly in terms of quality.
A distinctively English wine variety which has a fruity, aromatic flavour with hints of elderflower and gooseberry.
Hollow Meadow
A crisp blend of Bacchus and Auxerrois, this wine is named after the land on which our vineyard is planted. Ideal asa an aperitif or as an accompaniment for fish and chicken dishes.
Serve chilled
Rosé Wines
Made from the Dornfelder grape, this is a light, refreshing rose, ideal for summer drinking.
Red Wines
King's Retreat
An easy drinking, full-bodied red wine which commemorates the escape of King Charles II from the battle of Worcester along the lane where our vineyard is now situated.
Pinot Noir
A lighter style of red wine with soft cherry flavours. The 2006 and 2007 vintages have been in French oak for up to twelve months before bottling.
Pinot Noir Special Reserve
A fresh, elegant wine in which the cherry flavours have been enhanced by being aged in new French oak before bottling. This wine can be enjoyed now or cellared for up to three years.
Pinot Noir Grand Reserve
This grand reserve is a more rounded style of our pinot noir, aged in new French oak. The cherry flavours have been enhanced by overtones of caramel and spicy cedar, producing length and complexity.
Precoce 2007
An early ripening grape which exhibits the soft cherry flavours typical of this variety, producing a lighter style of red wine which can be enjoyed now, or cellared for up to three years.
Sparkling Wines
Sparkling Bacchus (methode traditionelle)
This bottle-fermented Bacchus is left on the lees for over twelve months. Delightfully upfront fruit and a crisp finish make it ideal for summer drinking.
Blanc de Noir
A stylish methode traditionelle made entirely from pinot noir, crisp and dry with toasty vanilla overtones.