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Tue 24
Sep
- 2024 -
Explore Wines Beyond Europe - Autumn 2024
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Taste 18 wines from around the world including wines from famous areas such as Marlborough, Barossa Valley and Stellenbosch. Learn to “taste like a professional” and explore many different grape varieties, some very well-known, some much ...
£120.00
Tue 24
Sep
- 2024 -
Explore the Wines of Australia & New Zealand
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
More than anywhere else, New Zealand and Australia are the flagbearers for the "Brave New World" of wine. If you've only ever drunk mass-produced supermarket wines you're in for a treat, with six great wines that are uniquely from "Down Under"
£40.00
Tue 01
Oct
- 2024 -
Explore the Wines of Chile & Argentina
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Two of the UK's most popular countries for supplying wine, Chile for its dazzling array of fruity favourites and Argentina for its powerful Malbecs. Join us for this tasting and discover both countries have more to offer than you might think.
£40.00
Tue 08
Oct
- 2024 -
Explore the Wines of South Africa & USA
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Six lovely wines showcasing the very old "New World" winemaking of South Africa and what Californian wines can deliver away from those supermarket brands. Iconic Pinotage and Zinfandel backed by a host of other varieties basking in the sun.
£40.00
Fri 25
Oct
- 2024 -
Champagne, Fizz, Fish and Chips
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
A well-kept secret, but one of the best food and wine combinations is fish and chips with Champagne! A decadent and indulgent evening.
£60.00
Sat 07
Dec
- 2024 -
Sherry & Tapas Masterclass
St Chads Church Hall
7:00pm
Sherry and tapas is uber chic. Find out why with our masterclass, where you will taste six classic Sherries with some lovely tapas.
£45.00
Fri 13
Dec
- 2024 -
Port & Cheese Masterclass
St Chads Church Hall
7:00pm
A real Christmas treat. Six lovely Ports matched with some lovely cheese (and chocolate). Go on, indulge yourself, you know you want to...
£55.00
Fri 20
Dec
- 2024 -
Christmas Wine & Food Masterclass
St Chads Church Hall
7:00pm
On this event we will taste a wonderful range of seven premium classic wines that take us through the ideal Christmas day.
£50.00
Starts
Tue 04
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore European Wines - Spring 2025
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Taste over 20 wines from across Europe including famous wines from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Chianti and Rioja. Learn to "taste like a professional", no experience necessary, decode the mysteries of wine labels and discover your new favourite wine.
£120.00
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Starts
Tue 04
Feb
- 2025 -
6-Week World of Wine Course - Spring 2025
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Our comprehensive introduction to the wonderful world of wine. Over 6 weeks taste 40 wines from over 10 countries and 20 different grape varieties.
£225.00
Tue 04
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of France
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
The most famous wine-producing country in the world produces a myriad of styles and most grape varieties you've heard of are grown here. In this special evening we taste seven classic French wines, and decode the mysterious word "Terroir".
£40.00
Tue 11
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Italy
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
A real treat as we visit the largest wine producing country in the world, to sample seven from its multitude of famous wines. We also explore the principles of ensuring your food and wine match perfectly.
£40.00
Tue 18
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Spain & Portugal
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
From super refreshing white wines, to oaky aged wines from classic indigenous grape varieties there is so much to enjoy here, all accompanied by some Spanish-themed snacks.
We also explore some of the science behind ageing wines in oak barrels.
£40.00
Starts
Tue 25
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore Wines Beyond Europe - Spring 2025
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Taste 18 wines from around the world including wines from famous areas such as Marlborough, Barossa Valley and Stellenbosch. Learn to “taste like a professional” and explore many different grape varieties, some very well-known, some much ...
£120.00
Tue 25
Feb
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Australia & New Zealand
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
More than anywhere else, New Zealand and Australia are the flagbearers for the "Brave New World" of wine. If you've only ever drunk mass-produced supermarket wines you're in for a treat, with six great wines that are uniquely from "Down Under"
£40.00
Tue 04
Mar
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of Chile & Argentina
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Two of the UK's most popular countries for supplying wine, Chile for its dazzling array of fruity favourites and Argentina for its powerful Malbecs. Join us for this tasting and discover both countries have more to offer than you might think.
£40.00
Tue 11
Mar
- 2025 -
Explore the Wines of South Africa & USA
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
Six lovely wines showcasing the very old "New World" winemaking of South Africa and what Californian wines can deliver away from those supermarket brands. Iconic Pinotage and Zinfandel backed by a host of other varieties basking in the sun.
£40.00
Fri 14
Mar
- 2025 -
Champagne, Fizz, Fish and Chips
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
A well-kept secret, but one of the best food and wine combinations is fish and chips with Champagne! A decadent and indulgent evening.
£60.00
Fri 23
May
- 2025 -
Champagne, Fizz, Fish and Chips
The Lion and Pheasant Hotel
7:00pm
A well-kept secret, but one of the best food and wine combinations is fish and chips with Champagne! A decadent and indulgent evening.
£60.00
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