About

Saddle Goose is an urban winery and cellar door based in Frome, producing small-batch natural English wines by hand using low-intervention techniques. Focused on quality, provenance and sustainability, their wines offer a fresh, modern take on English winemaking.

Visitors are welcome to explore the wines in person through relaxed tastings, private bookings and intimate events in the working winery. Expect a sociable atmosphere, with tasting flights paired with locally sourced cheeses, charcuterie and seasonal bites. Additional food options can be arranged in collaboration with independent local food producers, offering more substantial or bespoke menus for special occasions.

Shop

For those looking for a great gift with a bit of local charm, or even just a fantastic bottle for their personal collection, the team at Saddle Goose will have you covered. Whether you’re after a classic pinot, fruity bacchus or refreshing sparkling, the shop has a strong selection to choose from. To top it all off, there are even a number of signature ciders and vermouths to tickle your fancy.

For those further afield, Saddle Goose wines are also available to purchase online, bringing a taste of Frome directly to your door — whether you’re discovering something new or sending a thoughtful gift.

What is Saddle Goose?

Saddle Goose takes its name from a 19th-century term for a “fool” — a nod to the early scepticism and doubters of English wine. When owner and head winemaker Adam Collins was making wine in France, his colleagues would joke that he was crazy for choosing to make wine in the UK. Leaning into this rebellious spirit, and determined to prove the doubters wrong, the winery was founded in 2020 to challenge expectations and push the boundaries of what English wine can be.

Blending traditional techniques with modern thinking, Saddle Goose focuses on low-intervention winemaking at the highest level, often blurring the lines between “natural” and “fine” wines. With sustainability at its core, Adam manages local vineyards for his own fruit and collaborates with organic growers who prioritise healthy soils. As an open, working winery, they invite people into the process—breaking down barriers and stripping away the pretence often associated with wine, making it more accessible, fun and genuinely enjoyable for all.