Sparkling wine sales fizz for Chapel Down amid price rises

The Kent-based business said sales of traditional-method sparkling wine surged by more than 50% over 2022.

Winemaker Chapel Down has reported a jump in sales and profits after selling a record number of sparkling wines and bumping up its prices (John Nguyen/PA) (PA Archive)

Winemaker Chapel Down has reported a jump in sales and profits after selling a record number of sparkling wines and bumping up its prices.

The Kent-based company said sales of traditional-method sparkling wine – which includes its Brut and sparkling Bacchus – surged by more than 50% over 2022, as the business took steps to become a premium brand.

It sold a record 790,000 bottles following an “outstanding” harvest during the year, which means it could produce more than two million bottles of wine.