Anyone who works the land in Ireland knows one universal truth: never pray for rain… not unless you’re prepared for what happens next. This story begins on our main field at Irish Wine Estates, where we recently reseeded the ground during what felt like the longest...

When people think of vineyards in Ireland, most imagine green fields, rain, and rolling hills not rows of vines. But here at Irish Wine Estates, we’re proving that Ireland has the potential to become one of the world’s most exciting cool-climate wine regions. In our...

Recently, we had the pleasure of welcoming David Llewellyn, the founder of Lusca Vineyard, to Irish Wine Estates in Offaly. As one of the pioneers of modern Irish viticulture, David brought with him a wealth of knowledge, practical insights, and encouragement for our...

When visitors imagine Irish drinks, whiskey, stout, and craft beers often spring to mind. But today, a new experience is emerging - wine tours in Ireland. With pioneering vineyards planting vines across the country and estates like Irish Wine Estates in Offaly...

For centuries, Ireland has been celebrated for whiskey, stout, and hospitality - but now, a new tradition is emerging. Wine in Ireland is no longer just a curiosity; it’s becoming a reality, with pioneering vineyards planting vines, experimenting with grape varieties,...

When people think of wine tasting, they often picture France’s Champagne region, Italy’s rolling Tuscan hills, or California’s Napa Valley. But today, a new location is quietly entering the global wine conversation: Ireland. At Irish Wine Estates in Offaly, we are...

When you hear the phrase Irish Wine Estates, it might sound surprising. After all, Ireland is far better known for whiskey, stout, and rolling green pastures than for grapevines. But that’s exactly why our journey is so exciting. We’re building something new: a wine...

For centuries, Ireland has been known for whiskey, beer and hospitality. But today, a new chapter is being written - one with bubbles. The story of Irish sparkling wine is only beginning, and at Irish Wine Estates, we’re proud to be part of the pioneers bringing it to...

When most people think of vineyards, Ireland isn’t usually the first country that comes to mind. Rolling green fields, historic castles, and wild Atlantic coastlines - yes. Rows of grapevines producing wines that rival Europe’s great regions? That’s a newer story, but...

Seasons of the Vine: A Year at Irish Wine EstatesAt Irish Wine Estates, time is measured not by clocks, but by the rhythm of the land. In this immersive blog entry, we invite you to journey through all four seasons on the estate — from the quiet magic of winter...