THE GUSBOURNE ESTATE
In the heart of Kent’ s countryside, where ancient soils meet a cool maritime climate, Gusbourne is redefining English wine. Here, everything starts in the vineyard. We grow every grape we use, working with absolute precision to craft world-class wines that capture the essence of this special place.
Our approach is different. We make only vintage wines, meaning every bottle tells the story of a single growing season. It’ s a choice that demands patience, care and an uncompromising commitment to quality. We embrace the challenges of each year, celebrating the nuances that nature brings. The result? Still and sparkling wines that rival the best in the world- wines with an elegance and complexity that is uniquely Gusbourne.
FROM VINEYARD TO GLASS Our vineyard team, headed up by Jon Pollard, meticulously manages every vine on the estate. Across our 93 hectares in Kent, we cultivate Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier- the three classic varieties of traditional-method sparkling wine. We hand-harvest only the finest fruit each season, ensuring peak ripeness and character in every bunch.
Over in the winery, Mary Bridges- our Head Winemaker- and her team let the fruit speak for itself. Our wines undergo extended lees ageing, developing depth and character before release. This dedication to craftsmanship has earned
Gusbourne international acclaim, with our wines consistently recognised among England’ s finest.
A CELLAR DOOR EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER Visiting Gusbourne is a journey into the quality and incredible potential of English wine. Our cellar door, set against the backdrop of our picturesque vineyards, offers a warm welcome and a truly memorable experience. Whether you’ re discovering our wines for the first time or returning to taste a new vintage, you’ ll be in expert hands.
Our tasting room is designed to let you explore our wines at your own pace, with a selection of curated flights. Stroll through the vines, relax on the terrace, or join one of our in-depth hosted experiences to gain a deeper understanding of our philosophy and process.
PLAN YOUR VISIT The Nest, our award-winning tasting room and cellar door, is open year-round, offering a warm welcome to visitors. Located just under an hour from London and nestled in the heart of the Kent countryside, our estate is the perfect spot to spend the day. Take in the stunning views while sipping a glass of our English sparkling wine. We’ re proud to have earned recognition in international wine competitions, with hundreds of medals including several prestigious Best in Show wins. In 2024 / 5 and 2025 / 6, we were honoured with a spot in the Top 50 World’ s Best Vineyards awards.
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