Artelium Wine Estate in East Sussex
English Wine Week at Artelium Wine Estate
English Wine Week (21st - 29th June) is a celebration of this small but mighty region, offering internationally recognised, award-winning wines, championing innovation and excellency.
Enjoy English Wine Week at Artelium, a contemporary wine estate which celebrates English wine and art. Deep in rural East Sussex, but just 20 minutes from Brighton and an hour from London, explore Artelium on a guided vineyard tour, admire original art and sculpture commissioned from Sussex artists, enjoy a tutored wine tasting and finish with an alfresco lunch overlooking the vines created and cooked by resident chef, and fresh from MasterChef: The Professionals, Michael Notman-Watt.
To celebrate English Wine Week, Artelium has curated a special case of three signature sparkling wines, including the estate’s Blanc de Blancs 2018, which won Gold at the 2024 Decanter World Wine Awards. The Sparkling Trio case is available to order online with free UK delivery throughout the whole of June, and is a perfect introduction to Artelium’s winemaking philosophy, or a thoughtful gift for any sparkling wine lover.
Events during English Wine Week
From London to Lewes, Artelium is ‘out and about’ during English Wine Week with a host of exclusive partner dinners and tastings taking place at Tate Modern, The Goring Hotel which is hosted by wine expert and author Tom Surgey, and Mallow. Closer to home are dinners and events at Dill and No.34 in Lewes, and the Artelium team will be pouring at Charleston Lewes, as part of the Sussex Winelands event on 28 June.
About English Wine
Over the past two decades, English wine has quietly transformed from a niche curiosity into one of the most exciting stories in the global wine industry. With a combination of climate shifts, technological advancements and daring ambition, English winemakers are turning heads and winning awards showcasing that innovation is thriving in the vineyards.
The sparkling wine scene is where English producers have made a bold mark. Thanks to the chalky soils of southern England - geologically similar to those in Champagne - along with a warming climate, English sparkling wines now rival some of the best from France. Artelium’s Blancs de Blancs 2018 and Curators Cuvee 2018 are two traditional method English wines which have garnered international acclaim, winning gold at the Decanter International Wine Awards in 2024.
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For more information about Artelium, images or to arrange a visit to the estate please contact Hannah Blake at The Dining Room on hannah@thediningroompr.co.uk or 07730 039361
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Artelium Wine Estate
Streat Lane
Streat
Hassocks
East Sussex, BN6 8SA
Open Thursday to Sunday, 12-5pm, for vineyard tours, wine tastings, restaurant and art exhibitions.
Monday to Wednesday – closed.
Telephone: 01273 569155
Instagram: @arteliumwine
www.artelium.com
About Artelium
Artelium is a contemporary wine estate celebrating English wine and art. Based in the small village of Streat, deep in the East Sussex countryside, Artelium is rooted in art, nature and people and is a destination for culture, conversation and connection.
Founded by Julie Bretland and Mark Collins, the estate is the realisation of a shared dream: a place where exceptional English wine meets the wider world of ideas and contemporary arts and crafts and celebrates the people and stories behind them. From the beginning, Artelium was about more than winemaking; Julie and Mark set out to build a place where creativity, craftsmanship and collaboration come together, with the brand name blending art and ium - Latin for ‘a place to congregate’ - reflecting the philosophy of crafting a space for people to come together and enjoy wine and art in a beautiful natural setting.
Farming across two vineyard sites, the combined 65-acre estate is home to 125,000 vines growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris and hybrids focusing on fungus-resistant varietals as part of Artelium’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Madehurst Vineyard - Chalk Soils in the South Downs
Artelium’s largest site is the Madehurst Vineyard, located within the South Downs National Park. This 90-acre chalk-rich site is home to more than 85,000 vines, planted in 2019 and 2020. It is also where Artelium’s winery is located, producing its first vintage in 2022. The chalk terroir is ideal for crafting premium sparkling wines.
Streat Vineyard – Clay Soils and Cellar Door Experience
Located between Ditchling and Plumpton, the Streat Vineyards spans 25 acres of clay soil across a 45-acre site and hosts around 40,000 vines. This site mirrors the varietal and clonal diversity of Madehurst, offering contrast in growing conditions. Streat is also home to Artelium’s Cellar Door, open Thursday to Sunday year-round. Visitors can enjoy vineyard tours, wine tastings, and the Artelium Kitchen offering exceptional hospitality overlooking the panoramic views of the South Downs.
Artelium Kitchen
Open Thursday to Sunday, Artelium Kitchen’s menu showcases vibrant, seasonal plates – all rooted in the best of Sussex produce. The menu features shareable dishes such as grilled meats, fresh seafood and vegetables grown in Artelium’s kitchen garden. Taking helm at the is Sussex chef Michael Notman-Watt cooking food that is full of bold, natural flavour and made for communal dining and lively conversation, perfectly paired with a glass of Artelium.
Art amongst the vines
Throughout the year, there is a diverse programme of art exhibitions, expert-led wine talks, craft workshops and creative events that bring together the local and wider community. From guided tastings with winemakers and seasonal feasts featuring local producers, to collaborations with Sussex based artists, each experience is designed to spark curiosity and celebrate craftsmanship in all its forms.
Awards
Artelium won numerous awards for both the Sparkling and Still wines, including Supreme Champion and Best Newcomer at the 2022 Wine GB Awards, and were also the first-ever English still wine served on all public bars at the 2024 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Artelium’s wines regularly win medals in prestigious wine competitions such as Decanter and IWSC.