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Hampshire Wine Region Wine Region Guide

Hampshire in southern England shares the chalk soils of Champagne and is known for high-quality traditional-method sparkling wines made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

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Soil
Chalk, clay, flint
Climate
Cool maritime
Hambledon Vineyard, planted in 1952, is widely regarded as England's oldest commercial vineyard
Hampshire in southern England shares the chalk soils of Champagne and is known for high-quality traditional-method sparkling wines made from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hampshire known for?
Hampshire is one of England's leading areas for traditional-method sparkling wine, grown on chalk soils similar to those of Champagne.
What are the main grape varieties grown in Hampshire?
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier dominate, with some Bacchus and other varieties for still wines.
When is the best time to visit Hampshire for wine tasting?
May to October is best for vineyard tours, with harvest usually in late September and October.
How do I get to Hampshire's wineries?
Southampton Airport is the closest, and London Heathrow is about an hour away by car. Winchester is under an hour from London by train.
What makes Hampshire good for sparkling wine?
Its chalk soils and cool climate give grapes high acidity and finesse, ideal for bottle-fermented sparkling wines.
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