At The Retreat, we believe in delivering excellent value without compromising on product quality. As such, all the wines listed below are included in our summer packages, which means your guests can enjoy unlimited tastings of each of them.

Wines that are good to the planet (and to its people)

Incorporating sustainable wines into your event not only promotes environmental stewardship and advocates for health and social benefits but also adds a touch of refined awareness that enhances the entire experience for your guests while reducing your event's carbon footprint. 

To whet your whistle, we've carefully chosen a selection of exceptional wines, featuring handpicked vintages from renowned and emerging wine regions. Our focus is on wines produced using organic methods, vegan options, and the craftsmanship of female winemakers. 

Let's understand what sustainable wines encompass.

What are sustainable wines? 

Sustainable wines are produced with methods that minimize harm to the environment. This includes practices like organic farming, which avoids synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, and biodynamic methods that promote biodiversity and soil health. By selecting sustainable wines, you are supporting vineyards that prioritise the Earth's wellbeing.

What are organic wines? 

Organic wine is made from grapes that have been grown without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, or chemical fertilizers. The focus is on maintaining a balanced ecosystem in the vineyard, fostering soil health, and working with nature rather than trying to control it with artificial substances. Organic viticulture emphasizes the use of natural methods and substances, with the aim of preserving the environment and producing grapes that more authentically reflect the terroir in which they are grown.

What are vegan wines? 

Vegan wine is produced without using any animal-derived products during the winemaking process. Although it may seem that all wines would naturally be vegan, many winemakers employ animal-based substances, known as fining agents, to clarify and stabilize the wine before bottling. vegan wines utilize alternative fining agents or methods that are either plant-based or synthetic.

What are biodynamic wines? 

Biodynamic wine takes organic farming principles a step further by following a holistic, ecological, and ethical approach to viticulture that considers the vineyard as an interconnected living system. This method of wine production is based on the principles and philosophy of Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner, who introduced biodynamic agriculture in the 1920s.

The Retreat’s wine selection

The Brewery on Chiswell Street works with Liberty Wines, the UK’s only certified Carbon Neutral Plus wine importer. Daryl Sullivan, Senior Sales Manager at Liberty Wines explains “We reduce our emissions as much as possible and, for any emissions that cannot be eliminated entirely, we offset them through approved programs. This includes restoring seagrasses in Scotland, which are more effective at capturing carbon than rainforests. As a result, transporting wines from our winery, whether in Sussex or South Africa, to your event at The Brewery actually removes more carbon than it produces”. 

Our chef and wine connoisseurs at The Brewery have collaborated closely with Liberty Wines to present you with a 100% sustainable wine selection for your Summer Party. Below is the list of our sustainable wines for 2026!

The white wines  

16 Stops Chardonnay South Australia 2024 - carbon-neutrally imported

The grapes for this Chardonnay were sourced from the Riverland region along the Murray River in South Australia. This Chardonnay is pale yellow in colour. On the nose, there are aromas of citrus and stone fruit with white floral aromas. The palate is dominated by white peach and nectarine with hints of spice adding to the complexity of the wine. It is crisp and elegant with a lovely texture and long finish.

Viognier, Mandrarossa, Sicily, Italy 2024- Vegetarian, Vegan, carbon-neutrally imported

This wine is yellow with golden hues. On the nose it has aromas of yellow peaches and ripe apricots. The palate is full and opulent with the fruit aromas carrying through, paired with a delicate minerality and hints of bitter almond supporting the persistent finish.

The red wines and Rose 

Valpolicella, Alpha Zeta, Veneto, Italy 2024 - Vegetarian, Vegan, carbon-neutrally imported

Bright, youthful ruby in colour with cherry perfume giving way to a fresh, ripe cherry pie character on the palate. Soft, rounded, juicy tannins lend body to youthful fruit which continues to the finish.

Touraine Gamay, Domaine Joël Delaunay, Loire, France 2024 -Vegetarian, Vegan, certified organic, carbon-neutrally imported

Ruby red in colour, this supple Gamay is dominated by aromas of ripe cherries, plums and floral notes. It has a soft texture on the palate and a spicy finish.

Rosé IGP Pays d'Oc, Laroche La Chevalière, Languedoc, France 2025 - Carbon-neutrally imported

The estate’s Chardonnay vines grow at an elevation of 400 metres, resulting in wines of great freshness and finesse. Drawing inspiration from Chablis, the Chardonnay is unoaked and offers an expression defined by purity and precision. The Viognier is harvested in the early morning to retain its delicate aromatics, before being vinified in stainless steel with no malolactic fermentation. The result is a fresh, fruit-driven Viognier true to the variety's flavours and texture. Fermented in stainless steel, the Pinot Noir is ruby red with ripe cherry and strawberry aromas on the nose and supple, velvety tannins on the palate.

(Re) Treat Yourself and Book Your Summer Party at The Brewery 

We can host your summer party from May to the end of August and welcome groups from 45 to 800 guests. Check our brochure here to learn more about The Retreat and our all-inclusive packages. 

To secure your date, get in touch with our sales team at info@thebrewery.co.uk

Back to blog