Leonardslee Family Vineyards 

Leonardslee Family Vineyards produces estate-grown English sparkling wines from 38 acres in West Sussex's historic Leonardslee estate. Our vineyards thrive on chalk-rich soils similar to those found in Champagne, benefiting from south-facing slopes and the South Downs microclimate.

Award-Winning Excellence

Named one of the World's Top 100 Vineyards in 2025, Leonardslee creates traditional method sparkling wines exclusively from our estate fruit: Chardonnay (60%), Pinot Noir (30%), and Pinot Meunier (10%). Our maiden 2020 and 2021 vintages express the distinctive character of West Sussex terroir.

A Family Legacy of Cool-Climate Winemaking

The Streeter family's winemaking heritage spans two continents and two distinguished cool-climate regions. Whilst Leonardslee represents our English expression, the family also owns Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate in South Africa's Walker Bay - another premium cool-climate region renowned for elegant wines. This dual perspective informs our approach to viticulture and winemaking, drawing on generations of experience in producing wines that express the unique character of maritime-influenced terroirs.

The swallow on our label represents owner Penny Streeter OBE's journey between South Africa and England, symbolising our transatlantic winemaking heritage. The four smaller swallows represent Penny's children - this remains a true family venture connecting two great cool climate wine regions.

Sustainability & Heritage

Since acquiring the Grade I listed Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens in 2016, the Streeter family has restored this 240-acre estate through Europe's largest recent garden renovation. We apply the same regenerative principles practised across our estates to our winemaking.

Our winemaking team brings international expertise: Barry Anderson, MD, oversees viticulture, whilst Cellarmaster Johann Fourie and Winemaker Michelle Waldeck produce wines that honour both Sussex's emerging reputation and our family's commitment to excellence across continents.

Key Features:

· World's Top 100 Vineyards 2025

· First UK vineyard to plant Pinotage

· 100% Estate-grown fruit

· Sustainable farming practices

· Sussex PDO certified wines

· Traditional method production

· Part of a family winemaking legacy spanning England and South Africa

The estate offers Michelin-starred dining, vineyard tours, and luxury accommodation alongside our wines.