oducer Three Choirs Vineyard has bought Wickham Vineyard in Hampshire, in a move to increase its production capacity.The transaction comes in response to the growing demand for English still wines that exceeded the company's existing production levels.
Commenting on the acquisition, Three Choirs Vineyard managing director Thomas Shaw said, "We are delighted to have purchased such a well-known vineyard and look forward to restoring it to its former glory as a producer of quality English wines."
Three Choirs Wickham Vineyard is slated to open in June this year.
The company also plans to construct an on-site restaurant this year, which will allow the visitors to dine on a seasonal menu.
At present, Three Choirs Vineyard wines are stocked by Waitrose and the Wine Society, besides other smaller retailers and restaurants.
