Where vineyard leadership, capital and stewardship meet.
The Vine & Value Dialogues is a roundtable and research series for vineyard leaders, investors and partners shaping the future of English wine. We explore how vineyards create value economically, culturally and ecologically, informing leadership choices that build resilience and shape long-term growth.
Programme themes will include:
Capital & markets
How vineyards grow financially and define value
Investment pathways for English vineyards: bank debt, equity, joint ventures, land finance and family models
Pricing and value positioning in English wine
Alternative revenue streams: hospitality, tourism, land use and experiences
Distribution models: DTC, cellar door, trade and exports
Insights from other cool-climate regions (e.g. Tasmania, Oregon)
Leadership & people
How decision-makers build, run and govern vineyard enterprises
Board and advisory models for vineyards: who should be around the table?
Labour availability, cost, visas and skills pipelines
People, technology and emerging work models in vineyards
Resilience & sustainability
How vineyards sustain value over time - ecologically, socially and economically
Sustainability models and certification
Insurance, risk transfer and resilience investment
Stewardship and long-term thinking: ownership, legacy and place responsibility
Collaboration, regional alignment and adaptability