Artelium Wine Estate, the artisanal English winery located in the South Downs, has been named one of the prestigious Brands of Tomorrow 2026 by Walpole, the official sector body for the British luxury industry.
The accolade was announced at a ceremony held at The Ned, London, where twelve emerging brands from across the UK were selected for Walpole’s flagship incubator programme, delivered in association with Mishcon de Reya.
Now in its 19th year, Brands of Tomorrow is a highly regarded year-long mentoring programme designed to accelerate the growth of Britain’s most exciting luxury businesses. Participants receive strategic guidance from leading founders and executives across the luxury sector, supporting them to scale sustainably while refining brand positioning and operational excellence.
Artelium was recognised for its distinctive approach to English winemaking, combining regenerative vineyard practices with extended ageing and meticulous craftsmanship to produce elegant sparkling and still wines. Founded by Julie Bretland and Mark Collins, the Sussex estate has built a reputation for precision, artistry and a deep sense of place, alongside its commitment to contemporary art and craft through exhibitions and cultural events hosted at the winery.
Julie Bretland, co-founder of Artelium Wine Estate, said: “We are incredibly honoured to be named a Walpole Brand of Tomorrow. From the outset, our ambition has been to create wines with integrity, balance and longevity, rooted in the landscape of the South Downs. To be recognised alongside such inspiring British luxury brands is a powerful endorsement of our vision not only for our wines, but for Artelium as a creative and cultural destination. We’re excited to learn from Walpole’s exceptional mentors as we continue to grow thoughtfully and share our wines more widely.”
Helen Brocklebank, CEO of Walpole, commented: “Walpole’s mission to develop the British luxury sector is exemplified by its Brands of Tomorrow programme. Over the past 19 years, our exceptional mentors, sponsors, and community have supported 177 emerging luxury brands on their path to growth. This year’s selected brands celebrate extraordinary natural materials, first-rate craftsmanship and outstanding storytelling.”
Walpole represents more than 250 of Britain’s most established and innovative luxury brands.
Artelium Wine Estate joins a 2026 cohort spanning fashion, interiors, fragrance, hospitality, and craft, reflecting the breadth of creative and entrepreneurial talent shaping the future of British luxury. The recognition further cements Artelium’s growing reputation within both the English wine sector and the wider luxury landscape.
