Astley Vineyard Old Vine Kerner

Wine Description & Tasting Notes

Very limited release.

Kerner is the pride and joy of Astley Vineyard. Related to Riesling, these rare and special vines were planted in 1971. A unique English wine that warrants ageing, or simply savouring.

Planted in 1971, Astley Vineyard is a family run, single estate vineyard in Worcestershire. One of the oldest vineyards in the UK, located in the beautiful Severn Valley, just 10 miles north of the cathedral city of Worcester.

2022 was very kind to Astley Vineyard’s Kerner. Harvested at record sugar levels, this rich & aromatic expression of Kerner is both joyous and fascinatingly complex.

The 7 month fermentation, and an extra month on lees created a luxuriously textured wine that somehow managed to not overpower the primary fruit. The result is one of the best wines we think they have ever made.

Nose: Tangerine, fresh apricot, orange blossom, ginger.

Palate: Dry, rich and unique from any other English wine with age worthy levels of acidity that carry those spiced stone fruit flavours.

Food Pairings: Enjoy on its own, or alongside rich north European cuisine (roast pork, mushrooms).