Solaris
Solaris is a modern white grape variety developed in Germany in 1975 at the Freiburg Wine Institute, by crossing Merzling × (Seyve-Villard 5276 × Riesling × Pinot Gris). Specially bred for cold climates and strong disease resistance, it is one of the most reliable grapes for northern Europe and has become a success story in English and Welsh vineyards.
In the glass, Solaris produces wines that are aromatic, fresh, and expressive, often with flavours of ripe peach, apricot, pineapple, and citrus, supported by lively acidity. It can deliver both crisp, dry whites and richer, textured examples with subtle honeyed or nutty notes, particularly when harvested later. Some versions are also used in dessert wines and sparkling styles, showcasing its versatility.
For UK drinkers, Solaris is a vibrant, food-friendly choice. It pairs beautifully with seafood, grilled chicken, creamy pastas, and goat’s cheese, while its tropical edge makes it perfect for summer sipping.
Burn Valley Solar Late Harvest 2023 (6 Bottles) Fakenham, Norfolk
UK MAINLAND SHIPPING INCLUDED
Selected hard harvested fruit from our solaris vines make this Late harvest Solar - our second after the 2021 vintage which sold out in no time.
The grapes were left to ripen as much as possible then fermented in stainless stell. Sweet honey and ripe stone fruits merge well with crisp acidity.
Rowtown Late Harvest Solaris 2022 (6 Bottles) Rowtown, Shropshire, England
UK MAINLAND SHIPPING INCLUDED
On the back of the hot summer of 2022, we left a further 689 vines of Solaris to ripen further. 28 days after harvesting our main Solaris crop, the berries turned a wonderful golden brown and started to dehydrate on the vine.
Packed full of banana & toffee flavours, lifted with some floral notes and held together with a refreshing acidity. This dessert wine pairs perfectly with some Shropshire Blue cheese.