Itasca Wines/Penn Croft Vineyards

Itasca Wines and Penn Croft Vineyards represent a pioneering partnership at the forefront of sustainable English winemaking. Born from a shared vision to create a planet-friendly winery, the operation combines Itasca's advanced winemaking facilities with Penn Croft's commitment to biodiverse viticulture.

How Itasca Wines & Penn Croft Vineyards Makes Its Wines

Itasca Wines was established in 2020, taking just eight months to transform two rusty barns into a state-of-the-art sustainable winery. Led by award-winning winemaker Ben Smith, whose passion for sustainable wine and incredible experience have been invaluable to the operation's success, Itasca offers full contract winemaking services to growers across the country who share their environmental values.

The winery's facilities include modern equipment such as an 8-tonne press and an advanced on-site laboratory, ensuring first-class results with maximum efficiency. Sustainability is embedded in every aspect: solar power, recycled wastewater, and maintained wetlands demonstrate the commitment to environmental responsibility. This isn't just a marketing claim - it's the vision at the very core of the business.

Visiting and Events at Itasca Wines & Penn Croft Vineyards

Penn Croft Vineyards provides the visitor experience through its welcoming cellar door. Set in a roomy yet cosy space with 30 indoor seats, a wood stove burner, and outdoor heating with blankets for cooler evenings, guests can taste the fruits of the vineyard's labour in atmospheric surroundings. The venue hosts events ranging from live music to BBQ schools.

Vineyard tours offer exciting opportunities to meet the people and explore the processes behind Penn Croft's award-winning English wines. The operation has earned glowing testimonials from client vineyards including Stopham, Wraxall, Northbrook, and Blackdown Ridge, praising both the professionalism and the quality of wines produced.

The partnership with The Red Lion Odiham offers combined accommodation and tour packages, making Penn Croft an ideal base for wine country exploration. Whether you're a grower seeking sustainable winemaking services or a visitor looking for an authentic English wine experience, this Hampshire destination delivers excellence with environmental integrity.