Sussex is a real hotspot for quality vineyards and this gallery lists 11 of the best in no particular order, according to tripadvisor.co.uk.
A writer at nationaldaycalendar.com said moderate wine drinking has some health benefits, like lowering the risk of stroke. They said: “Drinking wine includes other benefits as well. When paired with the right meal, it enhances the flavours of spices, fruits, and sauces.”
9. Stopham Vineyard and Winery
Stopham Vineyard and Winery is in the South Downs National Park and makes still white, rosé and sparkling wines. A spokesperson said: "We have special tours of the vineyard and winery given by the winemaker followed by a wine tasting in the winery, a Grade II listed Victorian barn, housing state of the art wine production equipment." Photo: Google Maps
10. Carr Taylor Vineyard
Carr Taylor Vineyard is on Wheel Lane, Westfield in Hastings. It produces fine English still and sparkling wines, which are 'estate grown, hand-picked, produced and bottled at our family vineyard in an area of outstanding natural beauty'. Photo: Google Street View
11. Kingscote Estate and Vineyard
Kingscote Estate and Vineyard is on Vowels Lane, East Grinstead. Its goal is to 'to produce quality, distinctive wines with ambition, heart and passion'. The vineyard is overlooked by the historic Bluebell Steam Railway. Photo: Google Maps
12. Bolney Wine Estate
Vines were first planted at Bolney Wine Estate 1972 by Sam Linter’s parents, Rodney and Janet. A spokesperson said: "Sam now heads up the family business, having inherited her parents’ love and passion for making award-winning still and sparkling English wines. If you are looking for an exciting day out in the heart of the Sussex countryside, then look no further than our charming vineyard." The estate is located in Foxhole Lane, Bolney. Photo: Google Street View