1972
Haywards Heath
Janet and Rodney Pratt founded Bolney Wine Estate in 1972, starting with three acres of vines. The West Sussex estate has since expanded into still and sparkling wine production, with a vineyard shop, tours and dining overlooking the vines.
Bolney’s visitor vineyard covers 18 acres in West Sussex, with free-draining sandstone soils. The estate produces red, white and rosé still wines, including Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris, as well as traditional-method sparkling wines.
WINEMAKER
Head winemaker Cara Lee Dely joined Bolney in 2021 after developing her career in South Africa. She leads the winery team making the estate’s still and sparkling wines.
The Collection
Guide price: £16
Recorded vintages: 2025
A crisp, dry Sussex Bacchus with lime, blackcurrant leaf and freshly cut grass aromas. Citrus zest, ripe pear and peach lead into a refreshing finish. Pair with chicken Caesar salad, Thai fish cakes or vegetable spring rolls.
Guide price: £40
Recorded vintages: 2022
A Chardonnay sparkling wine with fresh apple and lemon flavours, rounded out by brioche and baked-apple notes from extended ageing on its lees.
Guide price: £39.95
Recorded vintages: 2021
A traditional-method sparkling Chardonnay from Sussex, with lemon, apple and brioche notes and a creamy texture.
Guide price: £27
Recorded vintages: NV
An easy-drinking traditional-method sparkling wine with green apple, pineapple and lime flavours, alongside fresh bread and floral notes.
Guide price: £27
Recorded vintages: NV
A soft, lively sparkling rosé made by the traditional method, with strawberry, red cherry and redcurrant flavours and a gentle almond note.
Guide price: £28
A traditional-method sparkling blend with citrus and orchard-fruit flavours.
Guide price: £32
Recorded vintages: NV
A sweet, traditional-method sparkling red made from Dornfelder. Ripe cherry, redcurrant and blueberry flavours combine with a creamy mousse and a gently spicy finish. Serve chilled.
Guide price: £32
Recorded vintages: 2019
A sparkling rosé with summer-berry flavours.
Guide price: £16
Recorded vintages: 2024
A dry Pinot Noir rosé with strawberry, watermelon and peach-blossom flavours, gentle acidity and a fresh, balanced finish.
Guide price: £30
Recorded vintages: 2023
A dry Pinot Noir rosé with strawberry, watermelon and peach-blossom notes. Gentle acidity and a balanced finish make it a versatile choice for an aperitif or a meal.
Guide price: £30
Recorded vintages: 2023
A textured Chardonnay with apple, apricot and orange-blossom notes. Partial oak maturation adds weight and structure while keeping the fresh orchard-fruit character to the fore.
Guide price: £25
Recorded vintages: 2023
An Alsace-inspired Pinot Gris with honeyed pear and citrus aromas, tropical-fruit flavours and a crisp, dry finish. A subtle grassy note adds savoury freshness.
Recorded vintages: 2023
An English estate Pinot Noir from Bolney Wine Estate in West Sussex.
A copper-coloured late-harvest Pinot Gris made from grapes dried on the vine to concentrate their flavour. Apple and spiced pear aromas lead to a palate balancing sweetness with a fresh, zesty edge. Listed as an aperitif on Bolney Wine Estate’s restaurant menu.
Guide price: £16
Recorded vintages: 2023
A fresh, dry Bacchus with citrus, pear and peach flavours, bright acidity and hints of lime and leafy freshness.
Guide price: £16
Recorded vintages: 2021
A medium-bodied Rondo with red and black fruit flavours, smoky notes and a peppery finish. Bolney recommends allowing it to breathe for an hour before serving.
Guide price: £16
Recorded vintages: 2023
A pale, Provence-style rosé with grapefruit and stone-fruit aromas, refreshing acidity and a dry finish. Made from Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.
Guide price: £16
Recorded vintages: 2023
A crisp, dry Pinot Blanc with pear, lemon and green-apple flavours, lifted by jasmine and fresh grassy notes. Bright acidity gives it a clean, refreshing finish.
Guide price: £30
Recorded vintages: 2022
An English Pinot Noir with dark-fruit flavours and a silky texture.
Guide price: £30
Recorded vintages: 2022, 2023
An aromatic Muscaris with a gentle spritz, citrus-blossom and grapefruit notes, and a touch of nutmeg. Pronounced sweetness is balanced by fresh acidity.
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Bolney offers vineyard and winery tours, tutored tastings and food-pairing experiences. There is also a restaurant, café, wine bar and vineyard shop.
The vineyard shop is currently open daily from 9am–5pm. Café and restaurant hours vary through the week.
Book tours and tastings in advance. Check Bolney’s Plan Your Visit page for restaurant bookings and the opening times of each facility.
BUY & DRINK
Explore places linked to this producer or its individual wines. Menus and availability can change; check with the venue before visiting.
LISTED PRODUCER • Haywards Heath
A relaxed café overlooking the Bolney vineyards, serving light lunches, cakes, charcuterie and estate wines by the glass.
LISTED PRODUCER • Haywards Heath
A vineyard restaurant at Bolney Wine Estate, serving seasonal Sussex produce with views, tastings and estate wines close at hand.
LISTED PRODUCER • London
A seasonal Westminster rooftop terrace for Bolney wines, sharing plates and remarkable views towards Big Ben and Parliament.
LISTED PRODUCER • London
A glamorous Champagne bar inside Battersea Power Station, combining Searcys heritage with English sparkling wine and striking surroundings.
