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Mallard Point
Where the legacy of the record-breaking Mallard steam train fuels every innovative pour of wine and spirit.
https://www.mallardpoint.co.uk
Church Farm Bourne Road, Essendine, Stamford, England, PE9 4LH.
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Nearest station: Stamford (4.9 miles).
Public tours
Tasting room
Online shop
Winery on site
Walking trail
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What's the vibe
Mallard Point is a family-run, single-estate vineyard and distillery that offers a blend of conscientious craftsmanship and sustainable practices, set in the beautiful Rutland countryside. It provides a relaxed and informative experience for those looking to explore English winemaking and distilling.Visiting information
Tours & Tastings: Mallard Point offers relaxing and informative vineyard and winery tours, led by co-owner Andy. These tours delve into viticulture and winemaking practices, with opportunities to sample wines directly from the tank or bottle depending on the season. A "Gin School Experience" is also available. Tours cost from £30 per person and involve walking outside, so appropriate footwear is recommended.Opening Hours: Tours and tastings are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.On-site Food & Drink: While there isn't a full restaurant, visitors can enjoy a "Cheese & Charcuterie Platter or Box" on-site, providing light meal options.
Accommodation: There is no accommodation directly on the vineyard site.
Dogs & Children: Information regarding dog or child-friendliness on tours is not explicitly provided on their website or affiliated listings.
The Wine
Mallard Point is a "grape to glass" operation, with all stages of wine and spirit production taking place on their Essendine estate. Their over 17,000 cool-climate vines, first planted in 2019, primarily produce fruit for still and sparkling wines.Wine Varieties: They cultivate a range of grape varieties including Bacchus, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Sauvignac, Cabernet Jura, and Pinot Blanc, used to create regional terroir-specific wines. Their offerings include still wines like Bacchus and Chardonnay, as well as a Rutland Rosé. While they produce sparkling wine, the traditional method sparkling wine is noted as being available only at the tasting room to facilitate bottle reuse.
Awards: While Mallard Point focuses on wine production, their distillery has received accolades. Their Pinot Noir Premium Gin, for instance, has won awards at the London Spirits Competition.
Sustainability & Viticulture: Mallard Point is deeply committed to sustainable practices, approaching their craft conscientiously from "field to glass." They employ minimal intervention winemaking, including natural fermentation with wild yeasts cultured from their vineyard. A key aspect of their sustainability commitment is their pioneering bottle return and reuse scheme, designed to reduce packaging waste by encouraging customers to return bottles for cleaning and refilling. They are also members of The Porto Protocol, a global network dedicated to climate action in the wine industry.
Getting here
Address: Mallard Point, Church Farm, Bourne Road, Essendine, Stamford, England, PE9 4LH.By Car: The vineyard is easily accessible by car, located in Essendine, Rutland.
By Public Transport: The nearest train station is Stamford (Lincolnshire), approximately 6.29 km (4 miles) away. From Stamford, you can take a local bus service (e.g., Delaine Buses) to Essendine Village Hall, a journey of approximately 12 minutes. Alternatively, a taxi from Stamford to Essendine takes about 9 minutes and typically costs between £12-£15.
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