The county and those surrounding it are dominated by limestone chalk soils which is similar to that found in the region of Champagne, France.
Tours are due to restart on May 17.
5. Stopham Vineyard, Pulborough
The vineyard was planted in 2007. Photo: Haywards Heath
6. Sedlescombe Organic Vineyard, Sedlescombe
The extensive award winning range comprises whites, rosé, red and sparkling wines. Picture: Google Photo: Haywards Heath
7. Court Garden Vineyard, Ditchling
Court Garden is a family-run, single-estate vineyard and winery in Sussex. Photo: Haywards Heath
8. Bolney Wine Estate, Bolney
Bolney is the producer of award-winning red, white and spakrling English wines. Photo: Haywards Heath