London School of Economics & Political Science
Houghton Street
London
WC2A 2AE
The London School of Economics campus is at the bottom of Kingsway, just off Aldwych and about 5 minutes walk from Holborn and Temple underground stations.
It is also well served by buses.
Because Wine Education Service courses and tastings take place in a number of buildings on the campus, joining instructions are sent to all clients before each event.
Upcoming Events in London – Holborn
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Italy – The Alpine North-East in London – Holborn
Monday, 25th March
Although this is Italy’s most northerly wine producing region, its mountainous terrain ensures good exposure to the sun’s rays and heat retention. Light, tangy reds and clean, crisp whites and sparkling wines are made. The indigenous varieties Schiava and Lagrein are responsible for most of the reds, but plantings of Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are on the increase. The whites are produced from Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Grigio, Riesling and Gewurztraminer.
Tutor Pippa Hayward with Sandy Leckie.
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Galicia – Spain's Cool Celtic North-West & Tapas in London – Holborn
Thursday, 4th April
A tasting of four peachy whites from Rias Baixas and four distinctive reds from the neighbouring districts of Ribeira, Ribera Sacra and Valdeorras. And to complete your enjoyment…..a selection of cold tapas.
Tutor – Pippa Hayward with Sandy Leckie
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The Loire Valley in London – Holborn
Monday, 8th April
In this tasting, we will focus on the wines which many people think are the greatest of the region – complex, dry whites from Savennières, fruity reds from Chinon and Bourgueil and clean, crisply sweet whites from the Coteaux du Layon.
Tutor: Pippa Hayward with Sandy Leckie.
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The World of Wine in London – Holborn
Tuesday, 30th April – Tuesday, 18th June
Eight-session introductory course on Tuesday evenings
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Classic Wines of France – The North in London – Holborn
Wednesday, 1st May – Wednesday, 29th May
Five-session intermediate course focussed on the classic wines of northern France – Alsace, Burgundy, Champagne and the Loire Valley.
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Wines of Burgundy Course in London – Holborn
Wednesday, 1st May – Wednesday, 29th May
Five-session advanced Wines of Burgundy course
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Scotch Whisky Tasting Course in London – Holborn
Tuesday, 7th May – Tuesday, 4th June
This course is designed to appeal to those who appreciate the aromas and flavours of fine Scotch whisky and would like to enjoy a dram or two in the company of like-minded others.
It consists of five two-hour sessions. Tasting samples of five whiskies are provided to illustrate the main points of each session.
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Classic Grape Varieties in London – Holborn
Tuesday, 14th May – Tuesday, 11th June
Five-session Intermediate Course on Tuesday evenings.
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Essential Wine Tasting in London – Holborn
Monday, 3rd June – Monday, 1st July
Five-week Introductory Course on Monday evenings
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The Wines of Spain in London – Holborn
Wednesday, 5th June – Wednesday, 3rd July
Five-session Intermediate Course on Wednesday evenings.
