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Rathfinny Wine Estate
Rathfinny Wine Estate
Rathfinny is a single-site sparkling wine estate on the South Downs near Alfriston, planted from 2012 on the same chalk band that runs beneath Champagne.
Mark and Sarah Driver bought a working arable farm above Alfriston in 2010 and put the first vines in two years later, on the same band of chalk that runs north from Champagne under the Paris Basin, three miles from the Channel. The vineyard is planted mostly with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, and focuses on traditional method sparkling wine production.
Cellar door tastings
The Cellar Door shop has a tasting bar inside the winery, where a member of the team gives a short complimentary tasting to groups of up to six, subject to availability on arrival. The longer six-wine tasting experience and the tours are booked in advance.
Cellar Door drop-in tasting
Sussex Wine Tasting Experience
Amenities
Ratings & awards
Not yet rated23 awards
Address
Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, BN26 5TUGetting there
From Alfriston on the A27, the entrance is a driveway on the right, 50 metres past Riverdale House B&B on the village high street. Large vehicles should approach via Seaford and the A26 instead: Alfriston's high street is too narrow for them to pass through.
Nearest station: Seaford Sussex · 2.7 mi
Opening hours
Monday10:00–17:00
Tuesday10:00–17:00
Wednesday10:00–17:00
Thursday10:00–17:00
Friday10:00–17:00
Saturday10:00–17:00
Sunday10:00–16:00
Cellar Door shop hours. The restaurant keeps its own hours and is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Winery opening hours often vary, so it is always worth checking ahead if you are planning a visit.
Common questions
Can I turn up at Rathfinny Wine Estate without booking?
Yes. Rathfinny Wine Estate is open to walk-ins. Bookings can be made online or direct.
What can I expect from a visit to Rathfinny Wine Estate?
The Cellar Door shop has a tasting bar inside the winery, where a member of the team gives a short complimentary tasting to groups of up to six, subject to availability on arrival. The longer six-wine tasting experience and the tours are booked in advance.
When is Rathfinny Wine Estate open?
Monday to Saturday, 10am–5pm, all year. Sunday, 10am–4pm, all year. Cellar Door shop hours. The restaurant keeps its own hours and is closed Monday and Tuesday.
How much is a tasting at Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Cellar Door drop-in tasting: £0. Sussex Wine Tasting Experience: £24.
Can I book a visit to Rathfinny Wine Estate online?
Yes, through Rathfinny Wine Estate's website.
What is the nearest station to Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Seaford Sussex, 2.7 miles in a straight line.
How do I get to Rathfinny Wine Estate?
From Alfriston on the A27, the entrance is a driveway on the right, 50 metres past Riverdale House B&B on the village high street. Large vehicles should approach via Seaford and the A26 instead: Alfriston's high street is too narrow for them to pass through.
Where is Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Rathfinny Wine Estate, Alfriston, BN26 5TU, East Sussex.
Is there parking at Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Yes. There is parking at Rathfinny Wine Estate.
Can I bring my dog to Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Yes. Rathfinny Wine Estate is dog friendly.
Can I bring children to Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Yes. Rathfinny Wine Estate is child friendly.
Does Rathfinny Wine Estate have disabled access?
Yes. Rathfinny Wine Estate has disabled access.
Can I eat at Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Yes, at Flint Barns Dining Room and Flint Barns Dining Room.
Can I stay at Rathfinny Wine Estate?
Yes. Rathfinny Wine Estate has places to stay: Rathfinny Lodge, Flint Barns and Rathfinny Cottage.
Has Rathfinny Wine Estate won awards?
Yes. Rathfinny Wine Estate holds 23 results from competitions we follow, including gold for Rathfinny Blanc de Blancs 2018 at the International Wine Challenge 2023.
What wine does Rathfinny Wine Estate make?
Sparkling and still wine, from Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir.
Eating here
- Flint Barns Dining Room
Restaurant · breakfast, lunch & dinner
- Flint Barns Dining Room
Restaurant · Wed–Sun · breakfast, lunch & dinner
Stay on site
- Rathfinny Lodge
Lodge · sleeps 10
- Flint Barnsfrom £275 a night
B&B · 10 rooms
- Rathfinny Cottage
House · sleeps 4
