British wine has had a bit of a renaissance in recent years, with vineyards becoming a popular spot to summer staycation. TikToker Alex, who also goes by @the.hit.
list, has shared a number of wineries which need to be on your radar this summer. In a video shared to the social media platform on Tuesday, June 18, Alex picked out various vineyards in the UK, including Woodchester Valley in the Cotswolds. According to Cotswolds.
Info , over a whopping 38 million people visit the area every year. Established in 2007, Woodchester Valley Vineyard is a family-run boutique winery that started from nothing more than a few wines. In 2016, wine pioneers Fiona and Niall Shiner purchased a former farm building which was converted into a winery, bringing on Jeremy Mount as winemaker.
A third vineyard site at Stonehouse was acquired bringing the total area under vine to expansive 58 acres. Their work has seen their business grow to producing over 100,000 bottles of crisp still and sparkling wine every year. This year Woodchester is celebrating its 18th birthday in the business.
For wine enthusiasts looking to sip under the summer sun, Woodchester Valley Vineyard offers tours and tastings catered to all palates. Ten different experiences are on offer for visitors, with prices starting at as little as £10 per person. For those with furry friends, you can even bring your dogs along to a special Vineyard Tour & Dog Walk , or delve into the vineyard’s heart with an insight into the world of vit.
