Rothley Wine Estate, Kingfishers' Pool Vineyard (wines sold by Rothley Wine Ltd)

United Kingdom - England - English Wine. Mercian Region.

43 Westfield Lane, Rothley,, Leicester , Le77LH
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About us

Boutique vineyard in Leicestershire countryside near to a steam railway line, The Great Central Railway. Nearby are Beaumanor Hall of Enigma fame, and Bradgate Park home of the nine day Queen Lady Jane Grey. The owner-manager, Liz Robson, is a history enthusiast and most of the wine are named for local history. The "War of the Roses" wines have been especially popular and the 2014 vintage sold out in four months. The 2015 vintage has been bottled and is already selling well.

History

First rows of vines planted in 2008. A hobby that got out of control! After winning several medals and trophies a decision was made for Liz to retire as Principal Lecturer in Midwifery at De Montfort University, and devote more time to the vineyard. The first wines sold to the public were in late 2014. 1200 vines are currently in production, and a further 200 are being planted. These are early days but a promising start has been made.

Vineyard & Terroir

Sandy top soil over a layer of glacial shingle on top of clay. The vineyard has a gentle south facing slope towards the Rothley Brook. The main problem for terroir are the frosts in early May which can take out the young vine shoots. A high wire trellis system has been constructed to protect from ground frost.

Winemaking & Aging

Still wines are made on site and sparkling wines made at Halfpenny Green Vineyard in Staffordshire. Wine is aged in stainless steel tanks or in the bottle.

At The Winery

The winery is in a converted farm building at the vineyard. The approach is artisan wine making, where loving care is given to the developing wines all of whom seem to have distinct personalities.

A small extension has been built with accessible toilet, office and small conservatory with wheelchair access. These new facilities will let us conduct wine tastings for small groups of up to 8 persons.

Press & Awards

See website for press articles.

Won two silver medals in national competitions. Silver and bronze medals at Regional competitions, as well as these trophies:

- East Midlands Trophy 2013

- Small producers Trophy 2013

- The Somerby Trophy 2015

NAME	VINTAGE	TYPE	APPELATION	PRICE (USD)
Sparkling Orion	2012	White Sparkling wine	English Wine	£25	Info
Spirit of Freedom	2013	Pink Sparking Wine	English wine. PGI.	£25	Info
King Richard	2015	Dry white	English Wine. PDO	£10.75	Info
Battle Royal	2015	Dry rose	English wine.	£10.75	Info
Fearless	2015	Medium dry white	English wine. PDO.	£10.75	Info
King Henry	2015	Red		£10.75	Info
Noble Purpose	2014	Pink Sparkling		£25	Info