Dorset sparkling wine vineyard for sale for over £1m
A Dorset vineyard planted with classic sparkling wine grapes has been put up for sale with scope for expansion and tourism. The freehold estate includes mature vines, agricultural buildings and planning permission for a winery.
A vineyard in the Piddle Valley in Dorset has been brought to market with an asking price in excess of £1 million, as per Savills. The freehold holding at Muston Farm extends to about 89.85 acres and includes around 30 acres under vine.
Set on a gentle south-east-facing slope, the vineyard is planted with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, the three varieties traditionally associated with sparkling wine production, according to Savills. The site has already produced English sparkling wine from recent harvests, which, according to the agent’s description, demonstrates its suitability for quality-focused viticulture.
The wider holding includes pasture, woodland and water meadows through which the River Piddle runs, offering a mix of commercial use and environmental potential. According to the brochure, the land has historically supported livestock grazing while also presenting opportunities for habitat projects or agroforestry.
Winery plans and tourism potential
Planning permission granted in August 2020 allows for the construction of a 10,000 sq ft winery, positioned along a central track within the property. No development has started, leaving the incoming owner free to shape the facility to their own requirements.
In addition, an existing steel-framed agricultural building of approximately 12,500 sq ft provides immediate operational space for storage or machinery, as per the sales material.
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The listing also points to the possibility of a wine tourism venture, subject to further planning consent. The vineyard lies close to the village of Piddlehinton and within reach of Dorchester, a town known for its access to the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the West Dorset coastline.
A private site in a recognised landscape
Although the holding sits on the edge of the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it is not directly affected by the designations. The location offers a degree of seclusion while remaining accessible, with mains water available and electricity understood to be nearby.
The property is offered with vacant possession and is being marketed as a single lot by private treaty.
Previous listing provides context
As previously reported by the drinks business, the same vineyard was marketed in September 2022 with a guide price of more than £1.2 million. At that time, the estate comprised around 12 hectares of vines within an 18-hectare holding, planted with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier, and was described as offering potential for oenotourism.
The earlier report stated that the vines had been planted six years prior, with small harvests taken in 2020 and 2021 for English sparkling wine production. It also referred to planning permission for a 10,000 sq ft agricultural building and proximity to local tourism destinations, including the West Dorset Heritage coastline.
English wine momentum continues
The timing of the sale coincides with a period of expansion for the UK wine sector. As previously reported by the drinks business, data from WineGB and the Food Standards Agency show that 2025 production rose sharply following a warm and dry growing season. According to WineGB, harvest volumes increased by 39% compared with 2024, while the Food Standards Agency reported total production of 124,377 hectolitres, equivalent to more than 16.5 million bottles.
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