Lottenlund Estate sits just outside Helsingborg in southern Sweden, surrounded by the open countryside of Skane. Established in 2016, this estate has grown into one of the notable wine producers in the area. The property focuses heavily on sustainable farming practices and specializes in grape varieties that thrive in northern conditions, particularly Solaris and Muscaris.
What You Can Do
Visitors to the estate can take guided walks through the vine rows to learn about cool climate viticulture and organic farming methods. Guided tastings take place in the modern tasting room, where guests sample white wines, rose, and spirits crafted on site. Specialized workshops offer practical insights into wine production and spirit distillation.
What They Offer
The estate produces crisp white wines, aromatic rose wines, and distilled spirits including gin and apple brandy. While overnight accommodations are not located directly in the vineyard, the estate collaborates with local boutique hotels to offer complete stay packages. Functional meeting spaces are available for private functions and small corporate gatherings.
Activities
Walking routes wrap around the field boundaries, providing peaceful views across the farm landscape. Guests can take part in harvest activities during autumn or arrange private spirit blending sessions. The nearby coastal paths of Helsingborg and local nature reserves offer easy opportunities for cycling, hiking, and day trips.
Food to Eat
The culinary focus relies on seasonal ingredients sourced directly from surrounding Skane producers. Guided tastings include curated plates of local cheeses, artisan bread, and cured meats. Tasting sessions demonstrate straightforward food pairings, showing how northern acidity balances rich regional dishes and fresh seafood.
Why Visit
Lottenlund Estate provides a clear view into modern Swedish wine production and craft distilling. The combination of sustainable agriculture, clean Scandinavian architecture, and structured tasting programs makes it an engaging stop for visitors curious about northern wine.
My visit to the estate was informative and calm, with the staff sharing clear details about the reality of Scandinavian viticulture. The wines are bright and refreshingly acidity forward, though a couple of the younger bottlings feel a bit young. Overall, the clean facilities and friendly atmosphere create a very enjoyable afternoon.