The Drinks Business names Artelium Wine Estate as one of the top 10 wineries in Great Britain

Founders Julie Bretland and Mark Collins in Artelium tasting room

We’re honoured to be named one of the top 10 wineries in Great Britain 2026 by the Drinks Business.

The Real Review carried out a blind tasting which placed Artelium at number 10 of the best wineries in Great Britain. The Real Review’s tasting is one of the world’s most comprehensive blind tastings of wines from the United Kingdom. Our ranking places us alongside some of the biggest names in English Wine including Nyetimber, Chapel Down and Gusbourne, who were also placed in the top 10. View the full list of top wineries in Great Britain 2026 at the Drinks Business here.

This is not only a great achievement for Artelium, but for Sussex wine country as a whole. Many places on the list are held by Sussex wine producers, demonstrating how exciting and promising the region is as a player in the English wine industry.

“Deserving special mention is Artelium, the East Sussex producer that climbs 11 places from 21st to 10th, breaking into the top ten for the first time. Together with Wiston Estate and Oastbrook Estates, this points to a cluster of Sussex producers that are quietly but consistently raising their game.” - The Drinks Business

Artelium Chardonnay 2023

Artelium’s East Sussex vineyard at the foot of the South Downs

Our Approach to Winemaking

This recognition reflects the philosophy at the heart of everything we do. We combine regenerative vineyard practices with extended ageing and meticulous craftsmanship to create elegant sparkling and still wines that express the character of our South Downs landscape.

Since founding Artelium, we’ve focused on precision, artistry, and a deep sense of place. Alongside our wines, we’ve built a space where contemporary art and craft can thrive—hosting exhibitions and cultural events that make the estate a creative destination as much as a vineyard.