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What's Included
- Enjoy a guided tour for two people of the Chapel Down vineyards and winery
- During your tour of the vineyard you will learn about the vineyard cycle, the grape varieties grown and the English grape harvest
- Behind-the-scenes tour of the winery where you will learn about the winemaking processes, including the traditional method of sparkling wine
- See the equipment that is used for wine production
- A tutored tasting of six of the award-winning still and sparkling wines
- Take in the beautiful surroundings of the Tenterden estate
- Experiences last for two hours
- Opportunity to visit the Winery Shop, Restaurant and Herb Garden after your tour and tasting experience
What Can I Expect
Book a Chapel Down tour and go behind the scenes at England's leading wine producer! These two-hour experiences include a vineyard tour and wine tasting at this winery estate in a most lovely part of the Kentish countryside.
Chapel Down in the hamlet of Small Hythe near Tenterden is a hive of activity. Welcoming visitors all year round, this wine estate is leading the charge for English wine, producing award-winning sparkling and still wines. These experiences let you go behind the scenes in the world of wine production.
There are vines covering nearly 22-acres of this chalky-soiled North Downs estate. The terroir is almost identical to that of the Champagne region in France, so no wonder the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Bacchus grapes grow so well at Chapel Down.
You will learn about the yearly cycle of the wines, the grape varieties and what happens at harvest time. In the winery, your guide will explain how wine is made and the traditional techniques used to create sparkling wine. It's utterly fascinating stuff and it's clear to see the winemaking team at Chapel Down is dedicated and passionate about what they do.
Of course, no tour of a wine estate would be complete without tasting the fruits of all that labour. Your tour concludes with a tutored tasting of six Chapel Down wines. You'll hear how the freshness and vibrancy is key to the success of these English wines, whilst getting to taste them for yourself.
If you're looking for a day out in Kent that involves a bit of a stroll, a wine tasting, some interesting chat and the opportunity to visit the shop, gardens and restaurant, we can highly recommend a Chapel Down tour. Buy your vouchers online now and book a date for your tour and tasting.
When Is It Available
- Weekdays and weekends between March and September
- Morning and afternoon sessions are generally available
- Please arrive 15 minutes before your guided tour is due to begin
Location
- Chapel Down Vineyard, Tenterden
Suitable For
- Soft drinks will be provided, if preferred and for visitors under the age of 18
- Under 18s must be accompanied by a participating adult
- Dogs are not permitted on tours
Spectators
- Not suitable for spectators
Anything Else
- Suitable outdoor clothing for the time of your should be worn
- The tour will involve walking within the uneven ground of the vineyards, so please wear suitable outdoor shoes
- No wine glasses are allowed on the tour
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