Ridgeview under new ownership

Ridgeview Wine Estate, one of England’s best-known sparkling wine producers, has been bought by an investor consortium after entering administration last year. The deal safeguards the Sussex estate’s future and introduces new leadership to drive expansion.

Ridgeview Wine Estate has been acquired by QBRidge Ltd, a consortium led by The Quantum Beverage Company, for an undisclosed sum.

Administrators from FRP Advisory were appointed in September 2025, but operations continued uninterrupted.

Founded in 1995 by Mike and Chris Roberts, the Sussex estate will receive fresh capital and strategic support to accelerate UK and international growth. Gregg Ainsworth becomes chief executive, with Allan Beattie appointed chief financial officer, both from QBev.

The Roberts family will remain involved. Tamara Roberts steps down as chief executive after more than two decades in leadership but continues to champion the brand and English sparkling wine, while head winemaker Simon Roberts stays with the business.