Around the Vineyard – July 2026
Summer is one of the busiest and most exciting times in our Yorkshire vineyard, as the warm weather brings explosive shoot growth across the vines. Every vine must be carefully managed to produce the highest quality English wine, with each shoot tied securely to the support wires to maintain the vine’s shape, improve airflow, maximise sunlight exposure and minimise wind damage. Using our Tapener tying machine, we wrap biodegradable tape around each shoot and secure it with a staple, helping to keep the vineyard healthy throughout the growing season.
Many of the vigorous shoots are now extending well above the top wire and will soon be trimmed as part of our ongoing vineyard management. As we work our way along the rows, we’re greeted by hundreds of tiny bunches of developing wine grapes following a successful flowering period. These young grapes are an exciting sign of the vintage to come and, with a little help from the Yorkshire sunshine over the coming months, will continue to swell into the fruit that will eventually become our award-winning Yorkshire wines.
Once the shoots have all been tied in, we can bring the mower through to keep the grass between the vines neat and tidy. A well-maintained vineyard not only benefits the health of the vines but also provides a beautiful setting for the many guests who visit us for vineyard tours, wine tastings, and to experience one of the most picturesque vineyards in Yorkshire during the summer months.
