Taste Great Wines & Spirits From Around The World
Our tasting evenings are designed to appeal to people who appreciate fine wine and/or spirits.
They are relaxed and informal in style. The tutor will give some background information and then simply introduce each wine or spirit and encourage discussion. A tasting sheet and, where appropriate, maps will be provided but not detailed notes.
Unless otherwise indicated, tasting samples of 8 wines or 6 spirits will be tasted. There will be mineral water and water biscuits to refresh your palate between samples.
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Apr 2018
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A Celebration Of English Sparkling Wines On Saint George's Day in London
Monday, 23rd April
English sparkling wines have started to beat grande marque Champagnes to the medals in international competitions. Top producers Ridgeview, Nyetimber and Camel Valley are extending their vineyards and a new, venture capital funded company has planted 150 ha of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier in Hampshire. The Champenois, who have never taken kindly to challenges to their franchise, are rumoured to have their land agents tramping over the South Downs looking for suitable sites to buy. It’s all happening here! So, come and celebrate Saint George’s Day with a tasting of fine vintage and non-vintage bottlings.
Tutor Vivienne Franks with Malcolm Franks.
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Essential Wine Tasting in London
Tuesday, 24th April – Tuesday, 22nd May
Five-week Introductory Course on Monday evenings
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Essential Wine Tasting in London
Wednesday, 25th April – Wednesday, 16th May
Five-week Introductory Course on Tuesday evenings
May 2018
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The World of Wine in London
Wednesday, 2nd May – Wednesday, 20th June
Eight-week Introductory Course on Tuesday evenings.
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Southern Rhone – Châteauneuf-du-Pape Has Some Rivals Now in London
Thursday, 3rd May
While in the Northern Rhône, they can only ripen Syrah, down south, Grenache is king with Syrah, Mourvèdre and Cinsault in supporting roles as well as ever improving white blends featuring Viognier, Marsanne and Rousanne. In short, there’s something for everyone in this dynamic region. Our selection includes two whites and six reds, including two of our favourite Châteauneufs:-
Côtes du Rhône Blanc (Viognier with a soupçon of Roussanne) – Saint-Amant;
Lirac Blanc ‘La Fermade’ – Maby;
Côtes du Rhône Villages Cairanne – Romain Roche;
Lirac Rouge ‘La Dame Rousse’ – Mordorée;
Rasteau ‘Les Argilles Bleus’ – Beaurenard;
Vacqueras – La Bouïssière;
Châteauneuf – Le Vieux Lazaret;
Châteauneuf – Les Olivets.Tutor: Pippa Hayward with Sandy Leckie.
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Viognier – Classic Grape Variety in London
Monday, 14th May
Once close to extinction, this exotically aromatic white variety, is now very much back in fashion. Examples from Australia, California, Chile, New Zealand, South Africa, Southern France and, its home base, Condrieu!
Tutor: Pippa Hayward with Sandy Leckie.
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Wines of Burgundy Course in London
Wednesday, 16th May – Wednesday, 13th June
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Wines of Italy in London
Wednesday, 16th May – Wednesday, 13th June
5-session intermediate course on wines of Italy.
For full details of our intermediate courses, click here.
To book, please complete the booking form below.
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Italian Wine & Cheese in London
Thursday, 24th May
Eight classic Italian wines served with a selection of Italian cheeses.
Tutor: Pippa Hayward with Sandy Leckie.
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From Grape to Glass in London
Saturday, 26th May
Introductory weekend wine tasting course.
For full details, click here.
To book, please complete the booking form below.