2026 Harvest Report from the oldest commercial vines in the UK.

2026 Harvest Report from the oldest commercial vines in the UK.

2026 has shaped up to be one of the most memorable years since Biddenden began in 1969. A vintage year! The hottest summer on record, with comparisons to 1976, and unusually dry conditions which accelerated grape ripening, set the bar for an exceptional vintage. 

Read our full 2026 harvest report here.