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Spend an hour exploring vines, a Cognac-style distillery and artisan chocolate at La Mare Wine Estate. This premium tasting pairs estate wines and spirits with local treats and garden-side views—ideal for a relaxed, sensory afternoon on Jersey.
Spend an hour exploring vines, a Cognac-style distillery and artisan chocolate at La Mare Wine Estate. This premium tasting pairs estate wines and spirits with local treats and garden-side views—ideal for a relaxed, sensory afternoon on Jersey.
You arrive through a low stone wall into a sweep of vines and clipped hedgerows; wind from the Channel shifts the air, lifting scents of grass, crushed grape skins and a warm spirit from the distillery. Guides lead a small group across gravel and lawn into the garden room where sea-light and shrubbery frame the tasting.
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Operated by La Mare Wine Estate · St. Helier, Jersey
You arrive through a low stone wall into a sweep of vines and clipped hedgerows; wind from the Channel shifts the air, lifting scents of grass, crushed grape skins and a warm spirit from the distillery. Guides lead a small group across gravel and lawn into the garden room where sea-light and shrubbery frame the tasting.
La Mare sits on soils formed by ancient marine sediments that shaped Jersey’s gentle slopes—gravelly, well-drained ground that vines favor. The estate blends island farming traditions with a 20th-century revival of viticulture and a local distilling craft that turned excess fruit into signature cream liqueurs. You’ll see where grapes travel from vine to press, then into a Cognac-style still, and watch chocolatiers and preserves makers at benches that carry recipes rooted in Jersey’s food culture—Black Butter among them.
The tour is compact and sensory: a guided walk through the vineyard, three estate wines tasted with explanation of varietals and seasonal work, a distillery preview and sampling, followed by small bites—crostini, fudge and chocolate—and a full-size spirit with mixer in the upgraded option.
Practical notes: the pace is easy, paths are short but can be uneven after rain; allow an hour, arrive with ID if you intend to sample spirits, and book in advance during summer weekends. Wheelchair access is available; children are welcome with non-alcoholic options. Morning visits bring softer light and cooler air, while late-afternoon tastings suit slower, garden-side pours.
easy.
1 hour.
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short, gentle walking and standing during tastings
Yes—children are welcome; under-10s typically go free and receive apple juice and an activity pack, while tasting of alcoholic products is restricted to those 18+.
The guided premium tour and tasting runs about 60 minutes and includes vineyard access, wine and distillery tastings, and a garden-side spirit drink.
The estate reports wheelchair-accessible surfaces and facilities; notify the operator at booking for any specific assistance needs.
Yes—La Mare sells estate wines, spirits, chocolates, fudge and preserves; the tour often includes small samples of these products.
La Mare evolved from traditional Jersey farming into a boutique wine and distillery estate in the late 20th century, keeping local recipes like Jersey Black Butter alive alongside viticulture.
The estate emphasizes sustainable practices—well-drained plantings and careful water use—and limits group sizes to reduce impact on grounds and production areas.
La Mare Wine Estate operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You arrive through a low stone wall into a sweep of vines and clipped hedgerows; wind from the Channel shifts the air, lifting scents of grass, crushed grape skins and a warm spirit from the distillery. Guides lead a small group across gravel and lawn into the garden room where sea-light and shrubbery frame the tasting.
You arrive through a low stone wall into a sweep of vines and clipped hedgerows; wind from the Channel shifts the air, lifting scents of grass, crushed grape skins and a warm spirit from the distillery. Guides lead a small group across gravel and lawn into the garden room where sea-light and shrubbery frame the tasting.
La Mare sits on soils formed by ancient marine sediments that shaped Jersey’s gentle slopes—gravelly, well-drained ground that vines favor. The estate blends island farming traditions with a 20th-century revival of viticulture and a local distilling craft that turned excess fruit into signature cream liqueurs. You’ll see where grapes travel from vine to press, then into a Cognac-style still, and watch chocolatiers and preserves makers at benches that carry recipes rooted in Jersey’s food culture—Black Butter among them.
The tour is compact and sensory: a guided walk through the vineyard, three estate wines tasted with explanation of varietals and seasonal work, a distillery preview and sampling, followed by small bites—crostini, fudge and chocolate—and a full-size spirit with mixer in the upgraded option.
Practical notes: the pace is easy, paths are short but can be uneven after rain; allow an hour, arrive with ID if you intend to sample spirits, and book in advance during summer weekends. Wheelchair access is available; children are welcome with non-alcoholic options. Morning visits bring softer light and cooler air, while late-afternoon tastings suit slower, garden-side pours.