Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 1926 – 2022
Tuesday, 13 September 2022 by Natacha
Denbies Wine Estate are deeply saddened by the passing of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II and we join the rest of the world in thanking her for her 70 years of service. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family during this difficult time. Here are a selection of photographs of Her Royal Highness,
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August – A letter from our Vineyard Manager
Tuesday, 09 August 2022 by Natacha
Welcome to the Denbies vineyard blog. My name is Oliver Whitfield and I have taken over the role of Vineyard Manager here at Denbies. It is my job to produce the best fruit possible for the winemaking team. If you are ever about the vineyard, you may see me out in my pickup truck, tractor
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Harvest 2021
Friday, 15 October 2021 by Natacha
Harvest 2021 Harvest 2021 began later this year. The changeable weather conditions throughout the growing period is always more challenging for the vineyard team. However, the premium varietals have proved to be of excellent quality and harvest commenced on Friday 1 October with the early ripening Solaris. The sweetness of the grapes have meant that
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July blog – NEW Art Installation 2021
Monday, 05 July 2021 by Jeannette Simpson
Radius Artwork Installation Radiates at Denbies A new artwork Radius has been installed at Denbies estate. Commissioned by Surrey Hills Arts, this was co-funded by the European Regional Development Fund and forms an undulating weave of English oak reflecting the shapes and surroundings of the Surrey Hills landscape. A seating bench follows the curves, where
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June blog – Bud Burst 2021
Thursday, 17 June 2021 by Jeannette Simpson
Denbies Wine Estate is brimming with activity around the vineyard with bud burst in full force. Walking around the estate you will notice the first signs of growth on the vines ready to soak up the summer sun known as bud burst. Bud burst is the process where the vines first being to produce new
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September blog – Bee update 2020
Wednesday, 16 September 2020 by Natacha
The latest and most recent beehives were relocated to the estate back in March, just prior to lock down. What seems like now such a long time ago, we are pleased to bring you an update on their progress from the beekeeper. The bee hives have been building up in size from quite small beginnings
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April blog – Surrey Day 2020
Wednesday, 29 April 2020 by Natacha
Spring is a very important time in the vineyard as it sets the scene for the autumn harvest. Each season has its own characteristics and every year we welcome thousands of visitors to enjoy this wonderful process with us. We are missing you, our valued customers, and we are looking forward to welcoming you back
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