Course Description
A highlight of the tasting calendar, our World of Wine course is the perfect way to learn about wine from all over the world. Over 8 weeks, you'll discover how wine is made and find out the world's most important wine producing countries and regions, grape varities and wine styles. You'll hone your tasting skills (don't worry, we'll teach you how to taste!) and soon be able to identify and assess the key structural components (sweetness, acidity, tannin, alcohol etc) of the wines you try.
You'll taste around 50 wines (with retail prices around £8-£30) that define the wine producing countries of the world, staring in Europe and then continuing to the Americas, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand before returning to Europe to visit the most ancient wine-making countires on earth. We'll point out similarities and differences between wines, direct you to the best bargains and, for each wine, suggest food pairings and where to buy. You'll also learn how to store and serve your best bottles, wine faults to look out for and the latest wine trends to know about.
On your journey of discovery you'll meet plenty of fellow wine enthusuasts willing to share thoughts, travel tips and recommendations, and acquire a thorough knowledge of the wines of the world.
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Book all the session as this 8-week package and save £60 compared to the cost of booking individual sessions.
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No problem! Just give us 7 days notice and we can switch you to another date/event.
Including...
Home to some of the world's best known grape varieties, and many of its most famous producers, France is the OG when it comes to wine. We'll taste a selection of wonderful wines reflecting the diversity of France's regions, climates and styles.
The cool climate wines of Germany, Austria and their neighbours are too often overlooked. Take time to appreciate the crisp aromatic whites and surprisingly fruity reds as we discover Reisling, Grüner Veltliner, Blaufränkisch and more!
With hundreds of native grape varieties and a huge range of wine styles, Italy is a wine lover's paradise. From the mountainous north to the sun soaked south, we'll explore some of the country's classic wines and discover some hidden gems.
Rioja, Ribera del Duero, Rias Baixas (and that's just under 'R'!) There's a long list of wine regions to get to know in Spain, all offering superb quality and value. We'll taste wines from neighbouring Portugal too, on an Iberian adventure!
Wine is produced in every state in the USA, but it's California, Oregon and Washington where the action is. Meanwhile, in South Africa, innovation is driving the country's wines forward like never before. Come and taste some of our favourites!
These South American giants are producing ever more interesting and individual wines. Alongside Argentinian staple Malbec, there's aromatic Torrontes and Cabernet Franc, while Chile offers up Carmenere and characterful Sauvignon Blanc.
Chardonnay, Shiraz and many more have found a welcome home Australia, where they've forged a strong identity and distinct regional styles. The same is true for New Zealand, where Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Noir are simply not to be missed!
Boasting a winemaking history going back thousands of years, Georgia, Lebanon and Greece have had a very long time to perfect their craft! Using traditional techniques and native grape varieties, the resulting wines are fascinating and unique.
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