RIDGEVIEW WINE ESTATE

Ridgeview is dedicated to the health of the planet, the wellbeing of employees and the trust of customers. Our ambitions to lead the way in sustainable and ethical business practices mean that we are committed to making every step along the journey – from vine to glass – efficient, ethical, and ecologically positive.

We are committed to sustainable winemaking practices, from vineyard to winery and from grape to glass. As founder members of Sustainable Wines of Great Britain (SWGB), we seek to set new standards for sustainable wine production. Both our vineyard and winery are accredited under the SWGB scheme, with our winery and vineyard achieving gold in our recertification audit.

PEOPLE

Ridgeview remain at the forefront of industry best practices and innovations in sustainable business and winemaking by empowering decision-making based on our goals. We embed flexible working practices and achieved ‘A Great Place to Work” certification in December 2024 and East Sussex Gold Wellbeing Award in January 2025.

We support workplace equality and provide annual health and well-being check-ups, adhering to MSDC guidelines. Our commitment to sustainable employment aligns with our social and environmental goals, reflecting our dedication to the well-being of our team and the industry’s broader sustainability challenges.

COMMUNITY

At Ridgeview, our commitment goes beyond business, it comes from genuinely supporting and uplifting our local community. Our team embraces a culture where even small contributions, from volunteer efforts to environmental initiatives, are valued and celebrated, knowing they can create meaningful impact for both our neighbours and our employees. By fostering an environment that encourages giving back, we aim to make a lasting, positive difference while enriching the spirit and connection of everyone involved.

ENVIRONMENT

Our approach to sustainable winemaking uses practices to improve soil health and reduce the use of synthetic chemicals and herbicides. We’re committed to water and energy conservation to reduce our industry’s carbon footprint. Initiatives in the vines include cover crop bio-diversity, improving soil structure and encouraging natural grape pests. In the winery, our underground cellars require no energy supply, relying on natural, ambient temperature control alone.

We apply conscious energy and waste practices across our operations. From solar energy, underground cellars, and sensor-activated lighting systems to sustainable packaging, we continually strive to reduce our environmental impact. Our Bio-Bubble system naturally treats all wastewater across the estate. We have improved our waste management and upping recycling rate from 75% to 86% in the last year.

We strive to foster long-term relationships with all of our stakeholders, creating a shared value built on the principles of business for good. We are committed to advance our sustainability efforts year on year.