Journal

How did Hungerhill Vineyard start ?
How did Hungerhill Vineyard start ?
Hungerhill Vineyard is a English vineyard established in 2020 during the lockdown period. Located in the Bedfordshire. The idea of starting a vineyard in Bedfordshire was born during a conversation... Read more...
Why the name "Merstone" ?
Why the name "Merstone" ?
We go back to early 2020, when we were still in the early stages of creating our vineyard. At that time, we had no name for it yet. As we... Read more...
First grape harvest
First grape harvest
Harvest has begun at the vineyard, marked by our earliest picking to date and the first harvest of our Pinot Noir Précoce. A small but meaningful moment, shared with a... Read more...
A memorable Harvest
A memorable Harvest
A more challenging harvest year, shaped by unpredictable weather, yet filled with resilience and community spirit. While smaller in quantity, this year’s harvest shows great promise in quality, marking another... Read more...
A Brilliant Summer
A Brilliant Summer
A look back at a wonderful summer at the vineyard, with over 400 guests joining our tours and tastings. As the season comes to a close, we’re looking ahead to... Read more...
Merstone wines 2023
Merstone wines 2023
A new season brings new releases—our 2023 Merstone wines are now available online. From fresh, aromatic whites to elegant, food-friendly styles, this latest collection reflects both our growing production and... Read more...
Merstone wines wins 4 medals at IEWA24
Merstone wines wins 4 medals at IEWA24
A proud moment for Merstone wines—four medals at the IEWA 2024 Awards. With a Silver for our Chardonnay 2022 and Bronze medals for our upcoming 2023 releases, this recognition highlights... Read more...
2023 WRAPPED
2023 WRAPPED
A look back at a defining year for Hungerhill Vineyard—from bottling our very first wines to award-winning releases, a successful harvest, and a summer of tastings. 2023 marked an important... Read more...
What a Wonderful Grape Harvest!
What a Wonderful Grape Harvest!
Our 2023 harvest was one to remember—longer, bigger, and filled with unforgettable moments. Over six days, we hand-picked our grapes alongside a wonderful community of returning and new volunteers, making... Read more...
Merstone Rosé 2022 wins Bronze at WineGB East Awards 2023
Merstone Rosé 2022 wins Bronze at WineGB East Awards 2023
A proud moment for the vineyard—our Merstone Rosé 2022 was awarded a Bronze medal at the WineGB East Awards. A recognition of our very first wine and a testament to... Read more...
Our first wine tasting
Our first wine tasting
A look back at our very first wine tasting event—an intimate evening in the vineyard and winery, where guests enjoyed guided tastings of our Merstone wines. A memorable milestone for... Read more...
A surprising twist !
A surprising twist !
A first for Bedfordshire—our inaugural harvest has given rise to a beautifully expressive limited edition Rosé. Crafted from sun-ripened grapes and born from an unexpected turn in the cellar, this... Read more...