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Unlock a world of wine on one of our introductory events

Choose a 2-hour Introduction to Wine evening and we will explain the basics, show you how to taste wine like a Pro and you'll sample 6 delicious wines from around the globe.

OR choose our 3-part Intro to Wine by Grape experience and you will receive a grounding in all the main grape varieties used around the world!

OR choose a Saturday Introduction to Wine (11am to 4pm) and we'll explain the same as above, introduce different wine-producing areas of the world, show you how to taste wine like Pro and give you our top tips for storage and service. You will sample 13 wines starting with Champagne and a delicious 2-course lunch is included - a real treat for yourself and/or a friend.

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Enjoy Italian Wine
Tue 13
Jun
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Enjoy Italian Wine
Italy has many exciting wines to choose from. Join us for a tour of Italian regions and wines and learn principles for pairing wine with different foods.
£35.00
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Explore Spain and Portugal
Tue 20
Jun
- 2023 -
Explore Spain and Portugal
There are many changes going on in Spain and Portugal and these two countries have increasingly grabbed attention in the wine world. We'll look at a variety of wines including one to have with chocolate!
£35.00
Gift options available
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Intro to New World Wines
Starts
Tue 27
Jun
- 2023 -
Intro to New World Wines
A 3-part Tuesday evening class introducing you to wines from New World countries Chile, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, USA and South Africa. Learn as you taste and discover ideal food pairings as we go.
£100.00
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Discover Chile and Argentina
Tue 27
Jun
- 2023 -
Discover Chile and Argentina
Chile is known for its fresh and fruity wines and very tempting prices while Argentina has been making intense and increasingly complex wines. Both countries have their unique surprises - come and discover more.
£35.00
Gift options available
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Explore Australia and New Zealand
Tue 04
Jul
- 2023 -
Explore Australia and New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand make some of today's most popular styles of wine. Discover what makes them so good and what else these two countries have to offer. 
£35.00
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Discover USA and South Africa
Tue 11
Jul
- 2023 -
Discover USA and South Africa
An evening of New World showstoppers. South Africa's unique contribution to the world of wine comes from its distinctive history and climate, while wines from the USA firmly rival the best made in Europe. Come and discover more.
£35.00
Gift options available
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Introduction to Wine Tasting
Tue 25
Jul
- 2023 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
A relaxed and informal introductory evening learning about different wine styles, grapes and countries while tasting a selection of delicious wines.
£35.00
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Saturday Introduction to Wine at Madingley Hall
Sat 09
Sep
- 2023 -
Saturday Introduction to Wine at Madingley Hall
Join us in an exclusive Cambridge University venue for a fun and informal wine tasting day. Starting with Champagne, we'll taste and learn about wines from all over the world with a delicious two-course lunch included. 
£125.00
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Intro to Wine Grapes short course
Tue 19
Sep
- 2023 -
Intro to Wine Grapes short course
A 3-part Tuesday evening class introducing you to the main grapes and their flavours. Come have fun while you develop your tastebuds, learn more about these key wines and how to pair them with food.
£100.00
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Intro to Old World Wines
Starts
Tue 10
Oct
- 2023 -
Intro to Old World Wines
A 3-part Tuesday evening class introducing you to the wines of Old World countries France, Italy, Spain and Portugal. Learn as you taste and discover ideal food pairings as we go.
£100.00
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Grand Tour of France
Tue 10
Oct
- 2023 -
Grand Tour of France
Get to grips with French wine! At this tasting we decode French wine labels for you and give you the keys to understand the styles of wine that come from different parts of France. 
£35.00
Gift options available
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Enjoy Italian Wine
Tue 17
Oct
- 2023 -
Enjoy Italian Wine
Italy has many exciting wines to choose from. Join us for a tour of Italian regions and wines and learn principles for pairing wine with different foods.
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Explore Spain and Portugal
Tue 24
Oct
- 2023 -
Explore Spain and Portugal
There are many changes going on in Spain and Portugal and these two countries have increasingly grabbed attention in the wine world. We'll look at a variety of wines including one to have with chocolate!
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Intro to New World Wines
Starts
Tue 31
Oct
- 2023 -
Intro to New World Wines
A 3-part Tuesday evening class introducing you to wines from New World countries Chile, Argentina, Australia, New Zealand, USA and South Africa. Learn as you taste and discover ideal food pairings as we go.
£100.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Discover Chile and Argentina
Tue 31
Oct
- 2023 -
Discover Chile and Argentina
Chile is known for its fresh and fruity wines and very tempting prices while Argentina has been making intense and increasingly complex wines. Both countries have their unique surprises - come and discover more.
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Explore Australia and New Zealand
Tue 07
Nov
- 2023 -
Explore Australia and New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand make some of today's most popular styles of wine. Discover what makes them so good and what else these two countries have to offer. 
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Discover USA and South Africa
Tue 14
Nov
- 2023 -
Discover USA and South Africa
An evening of New World showstoppers. South Africa's unique contribution to the world of wine comes from its distinctive history and climate, while wines from the USA firmly rival the best made in Europe. Come and discover more.
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Saturday CHRISTMAS Introduction to Wine at Selwyn College
Sat 18
Nov
- 2023 -
Saturday CHRISTMAS Introduction to Wine at Selwyn College
Join us in a Cambridge college for a fun wine tasting day focused on Christmas. Taste wines from around the world and discover the best with turkey dinner. A superior venue, the price includes two-course lunch and mini college tour.
£150.00
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Intro to Wine for Christmas
Tue 28
Nov
- 2023 -
Intro to Wine for Christmas
A terrific introduction to different wine styles, grapes and countries while tasting a selection of lovely wines which are also perfect for Christmas.
£35.00
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Saturday CHRISTMAS Introduction to Wine at Madingley Hall
Sat 09
Dec
- 2023 -
Saturday CHRISTMAS Introduction to Wine at Madingley Hall
Join us in a Cambridge University venue for a fun wine tasting day focused on Christmas. Starting with Champagne, we'll taste wines from around the world, discover which pair best with turkey dinner and a delicious two-course lunch is included.
£125.00
Gift options available
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Introduction to Wine Tasting
Tue 09
Jan
- 2024 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
A relaxed and informal introductory evening learning about different wine styles, grapes and countries while tasting a selection of delicious wines.
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Grand Tour of France
Tue 16
Jan
- 2024 -
Grand Tour of France
Get to grips with French wine! At this tasting we decode French wine labels for you and give you the keys to understand the styles of wine that come from different parts of France. 
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Enjoy Italian Wine
Tue 23
Jan
- 2024 -
Enjoy Italian Wine
Italy has many exciting wines to choose from. Join us for a tour of Italian regions and wines and learn principles for pairing wine with different foods.
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Explore Spain and Portugal
Tue 30
Jan
- 2024 -
Explore Spain and Portugal
There are many changes going on in Spain and Portugal and these two countries have increasingly grabbed attention in the wine world. We'll look at a variety of wines including one to have with chocolate!
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Discover Chile and Argentina
Tue 06
Feb
- 2024 -
Discover Chile and Argentina
Chile is known for its fresh and fruity wines and very tempting prices while Argentina has been making intense and increasingly complex wines. Both countries have their unique surprises - come and discover more.
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Explore Australia and New Zealand
Tue 13
Feb
- 2024 -
Explore Australia and New Zealand
Australia and New Zealand make some of today's most popular styles of wine. Discover what makes them so good and what else these two countries have to offer. 
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
Discover USA and South Africa
Tue 20
Feb
- 2024 -
Discover USA and South Africa
An evening of New World showstoppers. South Africa's unique contribution to the world of wine comes from its distinctive history and climate, while wines from the USA firmly rival the best made in Europe. Come and discover more.
£35.00
Gift options available
Sorry, Sold Out
More Info
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