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An evening comparing some of the best Red wines from around the world and comparing the differing styles of New World vs Old World. A range of delicious Red wines including: Pinot Noir, Merlot, perhaps Syrah, or is it Shiraz?

Another chance to taste some of the best wines from my cellar. This time at least six wines from the fabulous 2009 vintage. Drinking beaufiully and of course all premium wines. I can't wait! 

Weekday Afternoon Course.  This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.  Individuals on this course will gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, candidates will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe wines with confidence.

Petulant, Tempestuous Fickle Pinot Noir, but wow what a wine! Not to everyones taste but in my view there is nothing quite like Pinot Noir.

Merlot - The UK's favourite wine/grape. And why not, it produces fantastic wine. Smooth, rich and easy to drink to some of the most premium and complex wines in the world. 

WEEKEND COURSE.  The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in wine or hospitality.  

EVENING COURSE.  This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.  Individuals on this course will gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, candidates will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe wines with confidence.

Shiraz and Syrah. The same grape, depending on which country or style of wine produced. Northern Rhone in France is responsible for some of the very best Syrah's, and premium Australia regions like Barossa Valley and Hunter Valley making full bodied powerful Shiraz. With California also producing some excellent Syrah, we'll be in for a treat tasting these excellent wines.

The French arguably make the best sparkling wine in the world – Champagne, but other regions are catching up fast.  We'll taste a fantastic English fizz, which will give it a run for it's money.

A wonderful evening tasting 6 Ports paired with a selection of cheeses. A tasting devoted to this wintery warmer and the chance to sup it alongside some delicious cheeses.

WEEKEND COURSE.  The WSET Level 1 Award in Wines is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in wine or hospitality.  

EVENING COURSE.  This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.  Individuals on this course will gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, candidates will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe wines with confidence.

Weekday Afternoon Course.  This beginner to intermediate level qualification course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for both wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts.  Individuals on this course will gain knowledge of the principal and regionally important grape varieties of the world and the styles of wine they produce. Through a combination of tasting and theory, candidates will explore the factors that impact style and quality and learn how to describe wines with confidence.

A fabulous selection of wines, carefully selected to match with charcuterie and cheeses. Geoff, your local wine expert, will bring some of his favourite wines and pairing with a wonderful range of cold meats and cheese.

Join us on this Grand tour as we try to squeeze into one evening the sheer diversity of wine styles France produce. Birthplace of “modern” wine, you’ll learn all about the grape varieties you know and love, including, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir and many more. You’ll taste at least six excellent French wines, and discover wine regions that produce these grapes. Find out what ‘terroir’ mean and finally get a grasp on that baffling French wine label.

An evening for English (and Welsh) wine lovers. We will be exploring and discovering all that's good about English wine. We'll taste some wines from local wineries and from all over the UK. We'll seek out the best local and English cheeses to complement these wines. And of course it's St Georges day - what a better way to celebrate