Winemaking in the South Downs is a passion driven by the seasons which we love to celebrate with new and exciting experiences. As the months transition from the autumn grape harvest to Christmas festivities and the restful winter, we invite you to book a visit and immerse yourself in our seasonal Sussex lifestyle.

Cellar Door

Wine Tasting at Rathfinny Wine Estate Native Visit
25th Sep – 9th Nov

Dosage Tastings

Step into the shoes of a winemaker and learn how the addition of sugar affects the style and structure of our sparkling wines, followed by a tutored tasting.

Rathfinny & Native Teams on a Winery Tour
16th Nov - 27th Apr

Winter Tours

Visit to our state-of-the-art Winery and Bottling facilities to learn the process and care involved in making high quality wines, followed by a tasting of our Sussex wines.

Rathfinny Magnum Christmas Gift Portrait
23rd & 24th Nov

Christmas Shopping Weekend

Enjoy a glass of Sussex Sparkling whilst you shop.

English Wine Tasting
17th Nov – 22nd Dec

Christmas Food & Wine Pairing Tasting

Join us for a festive tour and tasting and discover which Christmas treats to pair with our wines to help kick off your celebrations in style!

Tasting Room Restaurant

Rathfinny Tasting Room Portrait Restaurant Interior
Wednesday - Sunday

Tasting Room Lunch

Savour seasonal dishes of modern British cuisine whilst enjoying stunning views of the South Downs landscape. ⁠

2019 Blanc de Blancs in Ice Bucket Tasting Room
Friday & Saturday Evenings

Tasting Room Tasting Menus

Let us take you on a gastronomic journey with our perfectly paired tasting menus and wine flights.

Flint Barns & Rathfinny Cottage

Rathfinny Vineyard Tour
Weds - Sat, 25th Sep – 9th Nov

Harvest Escape Package

Harvest is the best time of year to visit our wine estate and immerse yourself in Vineyard life. This package includes a glass of Sussex on arrival, overnight stay, three-course dinner, breakfast and Dosage Tasting for two.

Cosy Flint Barns Lounge Winter
Thurs - Sat, 27th Nov - 21st Dec

Christmas Escape Package

Enjoy the build up to the festive season with our Christmas package which includes an overnight stay and breakfast, plus a five-course festive menu with a glass of Classic Cuvée.

Roast Beef
8th Sept - May 2025

Sunday Lunch

Our popular Sunday Lunches return to the Flint Barns serving wholesome, seasonal, produce-led dishes.

Rathfinny Flint Barns Chef Dining Room
Weds - Sat All Year Round

Flint Barns Evening Meals

Two and three-course menus showcasing high quality meals in our family-friendly restaurant.

Woman reading a menu at a table with a glass of wine and plate of food in front of her.
Weds - Fri, 8th Jan - 28th Mar 2025

Midweek Set Menu

Our amazing midweek set menu at the Flint Barns Dining Room features chef’s choice of the best seasonal produce and a glass of our Cradle Valley still wine for just £32.50.

Dog in the Flint Barns Lounge
8th Jan - 28th Mar 2025

Midweek Winter Escape Package

Escape to the Vineyard on Wednesday to Friday and take advantage of our special offer of a night's stay, three-course meal and breakfast from £170 for two guests.

Seven Sisters Escape to Sussex
Fri 14th & Sat 15th Feb 2025

Valentines Package

Escape to the Vineyard for a romantic short break. This package includes an overnight stay, breakfast, five-course dinner and a bottle of Sussex Sparkling Rosé.

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