Journey's End Wines

Job done! The team have worked tirelessly to finish re-installing some of the solar panels that were damaged in the recent storms. Back to full power.

The Wild Child Rosé, Destination Chardonnay, MCC and Haystack Chardonnay ready for enjoyment at a summer lunch in The Red Lion & Sun, Highgate, London.

After the recent storms played havoc with our solar panels the team have been working tirelessly to install some new ones. They're almost there.

A few weeks ago our winemaker Mike Dawson was in the UK to lead a week of tastings and events. His very first stop was a breakfast masterclass showcasing six Journey's End wines, that kicked off with a glass of our MCC. What a way to start the day!

Our winemaker Mike doing the rounds in the cellar.

French mussels and Weather Station Sauvignon Blanc, plus Haystack Chardonnay and a Xian terracotta warrior at Three Drops in Foshan, China.

Embracing a wet and wintery Cape Town with lamb tagine, Journey’s End V4 Cabernet Sauvignon and a roaring fireplace. Check out the recipe > https://www.recipetineats.com/lamb-tagine/

The team busy with vine maintenance across the farm. Nice day for it too.

There really is only one way to celebrate . The good folk Sin+Tax bar have got the right idea.

Perched high on the farm with panoramic views is our treehouse - a solar powered haven that's a favourite spot.

On we're celebrating Spekboom, our Sauvignon Blanc named after a very clever plant, of which we've planted an abundance on the farm. It absorbs more CO2 from the atmosphere than most other plants and helps our tireless efforts to produce all our wines sustainably.

Just as summer celebrates the fertile greenery of the vineyard and foliage, the autumn months herald the arrival of deep reds, yellow hues and golden-like leaves.

Scenes from a splendid St George's Day celebration at the Royal Thames Yacht Club in Knightsbridge, marked by a glamorous black tie ball where guests were greeted with the effervescent glow of our MCC. Our distinguished V series wines, featuring Chardonnay and Merlot, were artfully matched with a meticulously curated 3-course dinner, showcasing the distinctive terroir of our vineyards.

When the Hottentots Holland Mountains that look over our farm our shrouded in morning cloud.

Dotted around the farm you'll find a few log cabins, each located in a quiet spot for some peace and tranquility.

Another gorgeous Quo Vadis Soho & Freinds evening recently, where Mike Hazlewood and Harry Lester constructed multicoloured platters of all things good, which was then drenched in rich, moreish aioli. We were delighted to be part of it.

We love visiting our customers across the globe, especially with views like this. Eden Island and the Seychelles, plus lots of help and support from MMI Seyvine, served up a wonderful few days for Nina Barkhuizen. We'll be back soon.

The recent rebuild of our beautiful trebuchet was a huge effort from the team and specialist engineers. Look at the size of it!

Three good friends paid us a flying visit today.

A very happy event at the opulent Traders Hall in Glasgow last month. The good folk at Bibendum Wine hosted and it was fantastic to meet customers and pour our wines.

Why is our farm so suited to producing Chardonnay? Being so close to the coast means the south-easterly facing slopes of our vineyard benefit from cooler condtions, which in turn provides an elongated ripening for Chardonnay grapes, giving a high, natural acidity.

It was a pleasure to provide wine for The Ethicalist and The Climate Club's Conscious Clothes Swap Party at Media One Hotel last week. A brilliant evening of swapping, sipping and mingling with over 50 guests dedicated to becoming more conscious consumers.

Currently in its eighth year, Quo Vadis Soho & Friends sees Chef Proprietor Jeremy Lee MBE invite his friends from some of the UK's most exciting kitchens to come and cook for Quo Vadis’ members and non-members alike. They're beautiful evenings of excellent food and it's our pleasure to supply the wine for each event.

We don't just make wine, we also make honey! Our busy team of beekeepers ensure bees thrive on the farm, helping to pollinate our flowers and providing lots of delicious honey.

We work closely with the church in Sir Lowry’s Pass Village to improve conditions and opportunity within the local community. One of the pastors, reverend Johnny Clink, has been known to deliver Sunday communion at the bottom of the vineyards in the shade of the pine trees, so we named a wine after him.

Famed for pushing the boundaries of the cocktail scene, Sin+Tax was once the only bar on the African continent to make it into the World’s 50 Best Bars’ top 100. It's a a world-class cocktail experience without the pretension and we're delighted our Haystack Chardonnay is included in their wines.

With your roast lamb on Easter Sunday look no further then the very amiable Family Reserve. It's a rich and comforting Cabernet Sauvignon with notes of ripe blackcurrants, black cherry and plum. On the shelf at your nearest Tesco.

You can find our wines in the Seychelles, so if you're lucky enough to be visiting keep an eye out. The Port Glaud Waterfall was a great backdrop for a shot of the Haystack Chardonnay and The Huntsman.

As the UK moves into spring and South Africa welcomes autumn, the V6 Sauvignon Blanc seems a good wine with which to toast the changing seasons, with Its pronounced lime, green fig, kiwifruit, gooseberries, and hints of herbaceous and mineral characteristics.

With the 2024 harvest complete, a summary from our winemaker Mike Dawson: “The stark contrast between the whimsical conditions of 2023 and the streamlined efficiency of 2024 is unmistakable. While last year's harvest lingered until mid-April due to adverse weather, this vintage stands out for its brevity, starting and finishing earlier than any since 2016. Despite contending with the challenges presented by formidable SE winds, resulting in a lighter Chardonnay crop, the quality of our wines has exceeded expectations. The health of our vineyards and the optimal fermentation kinetics have truly shone through, boasting pristine aromas and distinctive flavour profiles. We're excited to share these exceptional wines with the world.“