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Wine Tasting & Wine Courses in Bristol

Bristol Local Wine School

Wine Tasting Bristol

A very warm welcome to the award winning Bristol Local Wine School!  We are a local, independent wine education company, based in Bristol and specialise in hosting wine tastings and wine courses in Bristol and Bath. Our courses are open to everyone - no previous wine tasting experience is necessary.

Owned and run by award winning educator, Ruth Wiles DipWSET, our wine courses and wine tastings focus on learning about wine in a fun, relaxed and informal environment. Ruth has completed the WSET Diploma qualification and is a qualified educator and assessor with the Wine and Spirits Education Trust and the Wine Scholars Guild.  

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Not sure where to start? 

Wine is for everyone and wine tasting should be welcoming and fun!

We know wine can sometimes seem a bit scary, mysterious, even pretentious so if you are looking to kick off your wine adventure here are some perfect places to start your journey...         

Fabulous Food and Wine

Good wine deserves equally good food!

Learn how to bring them together with our specialist food and wine sessions. From Cheese, Chocolate or Charcuterie and Wine matching sessions, to indulgent 3 course Vegan Food and Fine Wine Dinners. There is a tasting for everyone and so much to learn. 

Professional Wine and Spirits Courses

Learn with the internationally recognised and highly regarded WSET or WSG  qualifications in Bristol. Ideal for a professional or enthusiast looking to learn in a formal and systematic way. Classroom and online options available. 

Bristol Wine School

We run a range of wine tastings including:

Evening Tastings - See if wine tasting is for you with a single evening.
3-week Courses - Delve deeper and gain a more though our insight into wine tasting.
Saturday Courses - Join us for 13 wines and a 2-course lunch.
Food and Wine Matching - Learn how to pair food and wine.
Corporate Wine Events - perfect for entertaining clients or team building at your office or elsewhere.
Hen Parties or Private Events - For private group celebrations.


All our Wine Tastings & Wine Courses can be booked as a gift. Perfect for any wine lover!

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Our Gift Vouchers for fun Tastings and Courses make a perfect gift for any occasion.

  • Choose an event or £ value
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  • Valid for 24 months
  • Redeem easily at all our wine schools UK-wide – over 40 locations!
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We're part of the Local Wine School Network

The world's fastest-growing network of independent wine schools, teaching fun, accessible wine courses at all levels – ‘wine tasting for everyone’. We also offer professional courses and qualifications for those wishing to start or develop their wine careers.

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