About Us

The Gunyah Vineyard

The Gunyah Vineyard is a premium, family-owned English vineyard in Stansted Mountfitchet, Essex, producing award-winning wines that capture the unique character of our land. From vine to bottle, every step reflects our unwavering commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and sustainability.

Founded by the Hayton family, The Gunyah Vineyard combines deep agricultural expertise with meticulous viticulture to create wines that are both expressive and elegant. Our vines yield exceptional grapes for Bacchus, Rosé, and other signature English wines, recognized at prestigious competitions, including Silver at the Independent English Wine Awards and the Essex Wine Awards.

We are proud to support our local community, collaborating with Essex wine producers, regional growers, and nearby businesses. From hosting vineyard events to stocking local restaurants and retailers, building strong regional ties is at the heart of everything we do.

At The Gunyah Vineyard, wine is more than a drink — it’s an experience. Every bottle tells the story of our award-winning English vineyard, our dedication to the land, and our passion for creating wines that bring people together. Whether visiting our cellar door or enjoying our wines at home, you’re part of the story of The Gunyah Vineyard.

You can follow the vineyard on instagram, where you can see all the hard work that goes into producing our wine, from planting, to pruning all the way to harvest and bottling and also send messages to the vineyard team.