๐น Local Drinks & Pairings
Sip the Wye Valley—discover ales, meads, ciders, wines and more crafted just minutes from your hut. Scan the QR codes below to order for delivery to Reddings Retreat (minimum £30 for free local delivery).
๐ก Kingstone Brewery (Tintern)
A four-barrel microbrewery in Tintern crafting unfiltered, unpasteurised, bottle-conditioned ales for fuller flavour and finer texture. Free local delivery over £30 or click & collect.
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Tewdric Pale Ale
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Tasting notes: Smooth, honey-coloured with a gentle malt backbone
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Pair with: Shepherd’s Pie Bites
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Challenger
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Tasting notes: Fruity and scented, with a hint of warm spice
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Pair with: Cheddar & Apple Chutney Sandwich
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Golden Ale
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Tasting notes: Straw-coloured with citrus notes and a balanced hoppy finish
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Pair with: Goat Cheese & Elderflower Toast
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Abbey Stout
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Tasting notes: Warm roast-barley aromas underpin smooth creaminess
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Pair with: Blackberry & Apple Stew
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Floral Dry Ale
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Tasting notes: Distinctively hoppy and crisp, with a delicate floral nose
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Pair with: Wild Garlic & Potato Soup
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Nostradamus (Seasonal)
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Tasting notes: Bold malt-hop interplay with a subtle citrusy finish
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Pair with: Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Stew
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• Visit the taproom at: Kingstone Brewery, The Old Mill, Monmouth Road, Tintern, Chepstow NP16 6UH
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Open Thu 12:00–17:00; Fri–Sat 13:00–18:00
๐ท Parva Farm Vineyard (Tintern)
Perched above Tintern Abbey on a south-facing slope, Parva Farm offers free tastings and tours alongside award-winning wines, meads, fruit wines, ales, cider & perry, plus local honey sales in their farm shop.
To order: Call ahead for collection 07484 670 302
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White Blend (Rondo & Solaris)
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Tasting notes: Crisp orchard-fruit character with a clean finish
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Pair with: Crab Apple & Walnut Salad
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Rosé
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Tasting notes: Light berry-fruit notes balanced by gentle acidity
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Pair with: Prosciutto, Fig & Arugula Roll
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Mead & Fruit Wines
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Tasting notes: Honey-sweet, floral-tinged; varied fruit-wine styles
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Pair with: Rosehip & Cinnamon Porridge
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Cider & Perry
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Tasting notes: Local apple and pear expressions; crisp and refreshing
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Pair with: Cheese & Pickle Platter
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• Visit the farm shop at: Parva Farm Vineyard, Monmouth Road, Tintern, Chepstow NP16 6UE
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Open Thu–Mon 12:00–16:00 (winter) / 12:00–17:00 (summer)
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Self-guided vineyard tours (£2.50) with free tastings
๐ท Parva Farm Vineyard
Perched above Tintern Abbey on a south-facing slope, Parva Farm offers free tastings and tours alongside award-winning wines, meads, fruit wines, ales, cider & perry, plus local honey sales in their farm shop.
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White Blend (Rondo & Solaris): Crisp, orchard-fruit character with a clean finish
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Rosé: Light, berry-fruit notes balanced by gentle acidity
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Mead & Fruit Wines: Honey-sweet, floral-tinged meads and varied fruit-wine styles
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Cider & Perry: Local apple and pear expressions showcasing valley-grown fruit
Brewery & Vineyard Visits: Drop in at Kingstone’s taproom (open Thu–Sat) or stroll Parva Farm’s vineyard trail (free entry with tastings Thu–Mon).
๐ฝ๏ธ Drink + Meal Pairings
Mix and match your favourite Reddings Retreat dishes with these local drinks:
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Shepherd’s Pie Bites: Tewdric Pale Ale
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Cheddar & Apple Chutney Sandwich: Challenger
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Goat Cheese & Elderflower Toast: Golden Ale
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Wild Garlic & Potato Soup: Floral Dry Ale
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Blackberry & Apple Stew: Abbey Stout
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Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Stew: Nostradamus (Seasonal)
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Crab Apple & Walnut Salad: White Blend
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Prosciutto, Fig & Arugula Roll: Rosé
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Rosehip & Cinnamon Porridge: Mead & Fruit Wines
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Cheese & Pickle Platter: Cider & Perry
Sip and savour—the Wye Valley in every glass!
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