LADY CARNARVON IN THE VINEYARD

‘Over the past four years, Highclere has been looking into growing wine grapes. After considering temperatures, testing soil and consulting an expert, we now have Chardonnay grapes planted in the top two quadrants and Pinot Noir in the lower two of the New Walled Garden.’

• Seasons At Highclere: Gardening, Growing And Cooking Through The Year At The Real Downton Abbey (Century, £30) by the Countess of Carnarvon is out 16 September