Smith And Evans Wines

A Somerset vineyard where sparkling wines are rooted in distinctive blue lias clay.

https://www.smithandevans.co.uk

Higher Plot Farm, Aller Road, Langport, Somerset, TA10 0QL Get directions

Nearest station: Bridgwater (9.9 miles).

Public tours

Private tours

Self-guided tours

Tasting room

Dog friendly

Child friendly

Online shop

Walking trail

Award-winning

Organic or sustainable

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What's the vibe

Smith and Evans Wines offers a charming vineyard experience with stunning views over the Somerset Levels. Visitors can expect engaging tours led by the knowledgeable owner, Guy, in a friendly atmosphere, often accompanied by the vineyard dog, Bert.

Visiting information

Opening Hours:

The vineyard is open on Saturdays between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM from April to September for self-guided tours. For visits outside these hours, it is advisable to phone beforehand.Tours:
Self-Guided Tours: Available every Saturday from April to September, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. No prior booking is required. Visitors can collect an information sheet for a stroll through the vines, followed by a tasting of three wines (and gin). The cost is £7.00 per person.
Pre-Booked Group Tours: Guided tours are available from March 30th through September for groups of 6 to 14 people. These tours, led by owner Guy, include a walk through the vines and a tutored tasting of three wines. The cost is £20.00 per person. To arrange a group tour, please email info@smithandevans.co.uk.

Accessibility:

Well-behaved dogs and children are welcome at the vineyard.

The Wine

Smith and Evans Wines specialises in producing English sparkling and still wines, primarily from Burgundian grape varieties including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier.

Their wines have garnered significant recognition. The 2023 Chardonnay proudly won a Gold Medal at the prestigious WineGB Awards. Their 2016 Sparkling was featured in Elle Magazine as one of the "Top Fourteen most Luxurious English Sparkling Wines," and it also received 90 points in Tom & Tim Atkins' English Wine report. Additionally, the 2015 vintage was awarded 90/100 at the Decanter World Wine Awards. The vineyard's earlier vintages have also secured multiple awards at the International Wine Challenge, including Bronze for the 2014 and 2010 vintages, and Silver for the 2013 and 2011 vintages.

The vineyard adopts a natural approach to viticulture, using no chemicals and promoting biodiversity within its rows, with sheep often grazing amongst the vines. The Higher Plot Farm, where the vineyard is located, is recognised as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). While the grapes are grown and harvested at the vineyard, the wine production processes, including pressing, bottling, and storage, take place off-site at Furleigh Estate.

Getting here

Address: Higher Plot Farm, Aller Road, Langport, Somerset, TA10 0QL.

By Car: The vineyard is easily accessible by car, situated at Higher Plot Farm on Aller Road, near Langport in Somerset.

By Public Transport: The nearest train stations are Castle Cary (approximately 30-40 minutes by car) or Yeovil Pen Mill (approximately 25-30 minutes by car) from the vineyard. Taxis would be required for the onward journey from these stations.

What's nearby

Notable Restaurants:
Holm – Located in South Petherton, this acclaimed restaurant holds a Michelin Green Star and is celebrated for its seasonal, locally sourced menu.
The Lime Kiln Inn – A traditional 17th-century country pub and restaurant offering picturesque views over the Somerset Levels, serving pub classics with locally sourced produce.

Notable Hotels:
Langport Arms Hotel – Situated in Langport town centre, this hotel provides comfortable accommodation with a restaurant and bar.
The Old Pound Inn – A charming country inn in Aller, offering a garden, bar, and highly-rated food and hospitality.

Notable Attractions:
Burrow Mump – An iconic hill topped with medieval church ruins, offering panoramic views of the Somerset Levels, often compared to Glastonbury Tor.
Muchelney Abbey – A fascinating English Heritage site showcasing the remains of a Benedictine monastery with a history dating back to Saxon times.