Bluestone Vineyard Ltd

Bluestone Vineyards is a family-run English vineyard near the iconic Stonehenge World Heritage site in Wiltshire, from which it takes its name. Brothers Nat and Toby McConnell planted 10 acres of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier on the family farm in 2016, with the first wines from estate fruit released in 2019.

Bluestone Vineyards: Site and Grape Varieties

The vineyard is set within the McConnell family's 42-acre rare breeds farm, creating a unique atmosphere where roaming peacocks, chickens enjoying dust baths, and sheep share the landscape with carefully tended vines. This combination of viticulture and traditional farming creates an enchanting setting for wine production.

Bluestone produces high-quality English sparkling wine using the traditional method, showcasing the potential of Wiltshire's chalky soils and favourable microclimate. The vineyard's location on the Wiltshire/Hampshire border places it in prime English sparkling wine territory, benefiting from similar conditions to established Hampshire producers.

Visiting Bluestone Vineyards

The estate welcomes visitors for tours and tastings, offering the chance to explore the vineyard while learning about English sparkling wine production. The combination of exceptional wines, rare breed animals, and proximity to Stonehenge makes Bluestone a distinctive destination.

Whether enjoying a tasting in situ or savoring their wines at home with loved ones, Bluestone offers the opportunity to experience the passion and quality of family-run English winemaking in one of the country's most historically significant landscapes.