Wessex

Wessex's vineyards have a maritime climate and varied terrain. Hampshire has deep chalk soils, Wiltshire broad valleys, Dorset Jurassic Coast terrain, and the Isle of Wight its own local growing conditions. Most production is traditional-method sparkling wine, with a second fermentation in the bottle, principally from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Still-wine grapes include Bacchus, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Seyval Blanc and Cabernet Noir. Some growers are also trying Tempranillo and Viognier.