Gwinllan Plas Dinas

Gwinllan Plas Dinas represents the newest chapter in Welsh viticulture, planted in 2023 on the grounds of the prestigious Plas Dinas Country House near Caernarfon in North Wales. This historic estate, former home of Lord Snowdon, has embraced wine production as part of its evolution into one of Wales's finest hospitality destinations.

Gwinllan Plas Dinas: Awards and Recognition

The vineyard emerges from Plas Dinas's deep commitment to Welsh wine. The estate holds the largest known collection of Welsh wines, a distinction recognised when they received the overall AA Wine List Award for Wales 2024/25. This expertise in Welsh wine naturally led to establishing their own production.

Plas Dinas Country House provides an extraordinary setting for viticulture. The five-star hotel has earned remarkable recognition: AA Best Restaurant with Rooms in Wales 2025, top three in the UK, listing as a Condé Nast Johansen's Luxury Hotel of the World, and Best Hotel for Romance 2025. The Gunroom Restaurant holds the AA Wine List Award Wales 2025 and was named 'Best Place to Eat in Wales' at the 2025 Visit Wales National Awards.

The estate benefits from the Welsh Highland Railway passing through its grounds, adding historic charm during summer months. This combination of luxury hospitality, culinary excellence, and now viticulture creates an unparalleled Welsh wine destination.

While the vineyard is young, its placement within such a respected hospitality operation promises exciting developments. Gwinllan Plas Dinas represents the growing confidence of Welsh wine producers and the integration of viticulture into Wales's luxury tourism offering.