English Rosé, Redefined: The Grapes Behind Folc’s Signature Blend

Let’s get one thing straight: Folc rosé isn’t just a pretty pink pour. It’s much more than that. It’s a carefully crafted English rosé wine, blended from seven grape varieties, each one chosen by our expert winemaker for how beautifully they work together in the glass.

These grapes are all grown on English soil (yes, our vineyards really can rival the continent), and together they bring balance, brightness, and heaps of character that’s unmistakably Folc.

So whether you're a curious wine lover or already obsessed with the best rosé this side of the Channel (in our humble opinion), we thought we’d give you a breakdown of the grapes that go into your bottle.

Pinot Noir

First up, Pinot Noir. This grape makes up a generous portion of the blend and gives Folc its delicate red fruit profile - think wild strawberries with a whisper of raspberry and cranberry. Thanks to England’s cool climate, our Pinot retains a lovely natural acidity, keeping the wine crisp and clean. It also adds that pale blush hue we all know and love.

Pinot Meunier

Less famous than its sibling Pinot Noir, but just as important. Pinot Meunier contributes savoury, green-berry notes and a gentle earthiness that balances the fruit’s sweetness. It adds complexity that lingers on the finish and rounds out the wine beautifully.

Pinot Précoce 

Also known as Frühburgunder, Pinot Précoce is a natural variation of Pinot Noir that ripens earlier, making it ideal for the unpredictable British climate. It brings juicy red cherry and softness to the blend, enhancing the texture while keeping that fresh, bright core that keeps you topping up your glass.

Pinot Gris

Our organically farmed Pinot Gris comes from Suffolk, where the climate and soil allow for a crisp style with a touch of floral lift. It adds a subtle perfume to the wine, think light blossom, a hint of pear, maybe even a touch of citrus.

It’s not the star of the show, but it plays a vital supporting role, softening the sharper fruit notes and enhancing the wine’s mouthfeel.

Chardonnay

On to one of the best-known white grapes in the world: Chardonnay. Ours is grown on south-facing chalk soils in the North Downs of Kent, where it develops a clean citrus character; we're talking green apple, lemon peel, and a refined mineral edge.

In the Folc blend, Chardonnay brings brightness and structure. In cooler climates like ours, it ripens slowly, maintaining acidity while developing delicate flavours. Perfect for rosé when you want freshness and length.

Bacchus

Next up, Bacchus; fresh, aromatic and vibrant. Often likened to Sauvignon Blanc (but with a uniquely English twist), it’s grown in the Kentish Weald and brings elderflower, gooseberry and white peach notes.

It’s the grape that gives Folc its head-turning nose. That first swirl in the glass? That’s Bacchus at work.

Ortega

Finally, we have Ortega. Grown in Suffolk, it rounds out the blend with softness, ripe stone fruit, and gentle floral notes of lychee, peach, white jasmine. Ortega is all about elegance. It’s the finishing touch that makes Folc feel complete.

Seven Grapes. One Folc.

Each of these seven grape varieties has its own role to play. Alone, they’re interesting. Together, they create something far greater: an award-winning English rosé that’s dry, crisp, and bursting with character.

We work with independent, family-run vineyards across Kent, Sussex and Suffolk. Growers who understand the land, who nurture their vines sustainably, and who share our vision for crafting exceptional wine with a distinctly English identity.

We’re proudly a négociant, meaning we don’t own the vineyards, but we work closely with our growers to source only the finest fruit. It’s a collaborative effort, shaped by local hands, and good folk, that delivers a wine with real heart and substance.