Rosemary Vineyard

Vineyard

Rosemary Vineyard near Ryde is one of the larger wine producers on the Isle of Wight, growing a range of grape varieties on south-facing slopes that benefit from the island's favourable growing conditions. The vineyard has been producing English wine since the 1980s and offers a well-stocked shop, a cafe serving light lunches and refreshments, and guided tours that explain the wine-making process from vine to bottle in an accessible and informative way. The range includes still and sparkling whites, roses, and reds, along with fruit wines and locally produced cider. The shop stocks the full range and offers tastings, making it easy to try before you buy, and the staff are knowledgeable about the different varieties. The vineyard is set in pleasant countryside between Ryde and Brading, with views across the eastern part of the island towards Bembridge Down and the Solent. It is a popular visitor attraction and provides a useful wet-weather option, as the shop and cafe are under cover. The Isle of Wight has a growing reputation for English wine, thanks to its above-average sunshine hours and chalky soils that mirror conditions found in champagne-producing regions, and Rosemary Vineyard is one of the most established operations on the island. Wines have won awards at national competitions. The vineyard is open to visitors throughout most of the year.