Mereworth Wines Ltd

Toast exceptional sparkling wines at a vineyard where, long before the vines, even George Orwell once worked harvesting hops.

https://www.mereworthwines.co.uk

Brewers Hall Oast, Tonbridge Road, Mereworth, Maidstone, Kent, ME18 5JD Get directions

Nearest station: Wateringbury (2.4 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Tasting room

Restaurant or café

Dog friendly

Online shop

Winery on site

Disabled access

Award-winning

Hosts weddings

Organic or sustainable

Open year-round

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What's the vibe

Mereworth Wines offers a charming and relaxed atmosphere, feeling both tucked away yet easily accessible. It's a stylish, yet unpretentious destination where staff are dedicated to ensuring visitors have a delightful experience enjoying quality English wine.

Visiting information

Mereworth Wines is open for visitors with regular tour and tasting sessions.
Tours & Tastings: Pre-booking is highly recommended as tours and tastings run every weekend and often sell out. They offer guided experiences that delve into their winemaking process.
Food & Drink: A cafe and winery are on-site, offering food options. Past offerings have included pop-ups, such as the "Moules & Bread Shed", with pizzas served on Saturdays and various food choices on Sundays.
Special Events: The venue is available for private hire, with spaces like Brewers Hall Oast ideal for events such as parties and celebrations.
Accommodation: There is no accommodation directly on site.
Dogs/Children: For specific policies regarding children and dogs, it is advisable to contact Mereworth Wines directly.

The Wine

Mereworth Wines is renowned for its award-winning world-class English Sparkling Wine, crafted from grapes grown in their own Kentish vineyards. Their range of sparkling wines includes "White from Black" (a blend of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier), "White from White" (made from Chardonnay), and a "Pink" sparkling wine (primarily Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier). Beyond their acclaimed sparkling wines, they also produce still wines and gin.

Their sparkling wines have received significant recognition, with vintages of all three styles earning Decanter awards. Notably, their 2018 White from Black was awarded a Silver medal in the 2024 Decanter awards, scoring an impressive 91/100.

Mereworth Wines operates its own on-site winery, Brewers Hall Oast, where they handle the entire production process from harvesting to bottling, ensuring full control over the quality of their wines.

Getting here

Mereworth Wines is located just off the A228.
By Car: Easily accessible by car, situated off the A228.
By Public Transport: The nearest train station is West Malling. From there, a taxi takes approximately 5 minutes, or a bus journey takes about 8 minutes.

What's nearby

Explore the surrounding Kent countryside with these nearby points of interest:
Other Vineyards:
Yotes Court Vineyard: A modern vineyard with a focus on single varietals.
Balfour Winery at Hush Heath Estate: Another prominent Kentish vineyard offering tastings and tours.
Notable Restaurants:
The Carpenters Arms: A highly-regarded gastro pub known for its quality food.
The Farm House: Offers dining in West Malling with a garden, terrace, and bar.
Notable Hotels:
Holiday Inn Maidstone - Sevenoaks: A convenient option located between Maidstone and Sevenoaks.
The Carpenters Arms: Also offers comfortable accommodation alongside its acclaimed pub and restaurant.
Notable Attractions:
Ightham Mote: A beautifully preserved 14th-century moated manor house.
Great Comp Garden: An acclaimed garden near Sevenoaks, celebrated for its unique plant collections.