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We Ve Got Wine in Our Blood but It S Time to Step Away

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Owners of Barnsole Vineyard in Kent are continuing their plans to sell the property after a previous sale fell through. The couple has revised its offering, significantly lowering the asking price and reducing operations by converting the main winery building into a potential five-bedroom home. They emphasize that despite these changes, the vineyard remains highly profitable and offers unique opportunities for buyers.

Key Insights

  • The Watts family initially planned to sell Barnsole Vineyard in 2022 but the deal collapsed due to the buyer's inability to raise necessary funds.
  • To relaunch the sale, the owners have reduced the asking price from £1.5 million to £750,000 and scaled back operations significantly.
  • The main winery building is now slated for conversion into a five-bedroom home, adding residential appeal to the business opportunity.
  • Barnsole Vineyard holds unique value as it possesses cuttings of Wrotham Pinot, a grape linked to ancient Roman vines, potentially enabling England's first indigenous red wine.
  • The owners are entering a 'de-accumulation stage' in life and wish to enjoy their wealth through retirement travel.

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