skip to main content
Five star on TripAdvisor

Wine 101: Chenin Blanc & Merlot

£40
10+ places left!
Choose a Date
Buy a Voucher
Starts at
7:00pm
Duration
2 hours

Event Description

Crisp & velvet - a taste of contrasts!  Join us for an evening of remarkable contrast as we explore two of the world’s most versatile grape varieties: the luminous Chenin Blanc and the velvety Merlot.

From vibrant orchard fruit and honeyed aromas to smooth, plum-forward notes and warm spice, this guided tasting takes you on a journey through diverse terroirs and winemaking styles. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just beginning your wine journey, you'll discover how these two classics complement and elevate one another.

Sip, savor, and discover your new favorite bottle!

Join us for Wine 101, an exclusive tasting event where we explore how soil, altitude, and winemaking choices shape these two beloved varietals across premier global wine regions..

Your tasting will include: a tasting samples of six carefully selected wines, full wine notes & handouts, a 2 hour interactive presentation, with Q&A, led by our wine tutor.

How to get there

Hotel du Vin Tunbridge Wells
Crescent Road
TN1 2LY

View venue

Gift Voucher

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

  • Choose an event or £ value
  • Add your message (optional)
  • FREE Email Gift Vouchers
  • Or upgrade with a gold-embossed Gift Voucher delivered in stylish wallet
  • Valid for 24 months
  • Redeem easily at all our wine schools UK-wide – over 40 locations!
Gift Vouchers

Local Wine Schools in the Press

daily-telegraph--white
as featured in

'The best wine courses and classes in the UK'

Daily Telegraph
timeout--white
as featured in

'Londons loveliest wine tasting classes'

Time Out Magazine

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.

Wine Schools Franchises
Local Schol Network Map