There are fewer vineyards in Cornwall than you might imagine. We've said that before but it's still a surprise given that parts of Cornwall are sub-tropical or so they say.
On our most recent visit we tracked down two vineyards we hadn't visited before, one on the North coast with a Newquay postcode and one nearer the south near St. Austell.
The Atlantic Vineyard was closed when we found it. It was planted only in 2022 and there have been difficulties getting it going apparently. Plantings include Divico, Pinotin, Solaris, Muscaris, Johanniter 'among others.'
From these they have made a 'light white' called Hidden Valley, a 'fruity dry white' called Beachcomer and a full bodied red called 'Sundowner,' We hope to be able to try these wines one day.
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Bosue means House of Ewe in Cornish
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| Liz and Paul Sibley |
Liz and Paul Sibley gave up their prestigious professions to buy the farm in the '80s. They have planted Rondo, Regent, Solaris, Johanniter, Phoenix and Orion. As you can see the vineyard is immaculately kept. They have some cutting edged winemaking equipment and make a range of delicious sparkling and still wines.
This Regent Rose was one of those wines that was so delicious it got drunk before we could get the camera out to capture its lovely colour.
Liz and Paul are really lovely people and despite not having an appointment they received us royally and gave us sparkling and still wine to taste. Paul also maked a Brandy. Out of sheer euphoria we bought a bottle together with the Regent Rose. It wasn't cheap but we were very glad we did - it is a truly fine brandy. Highly recommended.
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