About the venue
This is a beautiful, modern and contemporary hotel just a stone's throw away from Edinburgh Castle. Its amenities include an indoor heated pool, a whirlpool and a sauna, plus a fitness room, a business centre and 6 meeting rooms
Our tastings are held in a bright, private dining area at the side of the building.
Situated just a short walk from Haymarket and Waverley stations, it's ideally placed for public transport links after a nice evening's wine tasting!
How to get there
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
80 Lauriston Place
EH3 9DE
See map at bottom of page
Upcoming events
Mon 13
Jan
- 2025 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
WSET L1 Award is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in hospitality. It lays the foundation for understanding wine, giving you confidence for food and wine pairing, and an introduction to different styles...
£205.00
Starts Wed 15
Jan
- 2025 -
8 Week World of Wine Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Our most popular flagship entry-level course looks at a different wine country each week - a magical journey through 40 beautiful wine regions tasting over 50 selected wines!
£250.00
Wed 15
Jan
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Bordeaux and Southern France
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Bordeaux is probably the World's most famous wine region - renowned for cult wines such as Chateau Margaux, & Mouton-Rothschild which can retail for £1000s a bottle. But there is much more to this warm, south-westerly part of France.
£35.00
Starts Fri 17
Jan
- 2025 -
4-Week Food & Wine Pairing Experience
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
The concept of food and wine pairing is as old as the hills, but seems wreathed in mystery and confusion. On this series of four tastings, we’ll learn the secrets behind the art, by exploring a different region’s cuisine each week
£160.00
Fri 17
Jan
- 2025 -
Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Mon 20
Jan
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines: Mon-Wed
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
Wed 22
Jan
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Australia, New Zealand & South Africa
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Come & join us for this special evening & taste why these New World classic wines are once again being listed on some of the top restaurant wine lists in the UK.
£35.00
Starts Thu 23
Jan
- 2025 -
4 Week Beginners Wine Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Get to grips with the fascinating world of wine on this 4 week introductory course. Run over 4 sessions, this is designed for people who enjoy wine and want to learn more about it, in a fun, friendly and relaxed setting.
£135.00
Thu 23
Jan
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Join us for an introductory look at the wonderfully diverse and quirky world of wine. This evening tasting is perfect for those to new to wine or who want to understand the basics of wine tasting.
£30.00
Fri 24
Jan
- 2025 -
Italian Charcuterie and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With over 1000 indigenous grape varieties to get to grips with, & enormous diversity of wine styles, Italy can be a confusing wine country to get to know! It’s also the best example of a region that makes wine specifically designed to go wi...
£45.00
Wed 29
Jan
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Burgundy, Loire & Rhone
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
The Loire, Burgundy & Rhone are some of France's best known wine making regions. Come along, explore these famous wines with us and taste why the wines of these regions are world famous.
£35.00
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Thu 30
Jan
- 2025 -
White Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
If you're a white wine lover, know what you like but want to learn a bit more about it then this is the tasting for you! We'll broaden your horizons and perhaps change the way you think about white wines forever!
£35.00
Fri 31
Jan
- 2025 -
Spanish Tapas and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There is arguably no other country on earth that can match the vibrancy, flair, quality and diversity of Spanish wine. This evening's tasting is dedicated to sampling some of its very best, paired with top quality examples of local delicacies.
£45.00
Sun 02
Feb
- 2025 -
£845.00
Wed 05
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With its myriad regional specialities and indigenous grape varieties, Italy can be at once fascinating, daunting and confusing to the wine drinker. We'll break down the barriers with this whistlestop Italian tasting
£35.00
Thu 06
Feb
- 2025 -
Red Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
At this time of year you can't beat a nice warming glass of red wine! Tonight we'll taste our way through some of the best examples of the huge variety of red wines available.
£35.00
Fri 07
Feb
- 2025 -
French Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Cheese & Wine are unquestionably two of the greatest things ever created by man! And France produces some of the finest examples of both. Tonight we'll be exploring many of the classic cheese and wine pairings that the home of gastonomy has to of...
£45.00
Wed 12
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - The Americas
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
An evening of American showstoppers! Join us as we travel from north to south with amazing wine along the way.
£35.00
Thu 13
Feb
- 2025 -
Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Fri 14
Feb
- 2025 -
Crisps & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There are many classic wine and food pairings from around the world. However, there's nothing we love more than a quiet night in with a glass of wine and a bag of crisps. This tasting pairs both the expected and unexpected.
£40.00
Wed 19
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Spain & Portugal
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
A trip around the Iberian penisula. Spain might be more famous, but there are undiscovered gems on both sides of the border. Join us as we taste through classics and uncover new favourites
£35.00
Fri 21
Feb
- 2025 -
Scottish Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Scotland is home to world-class cheese producers from every corner of the country. This workshop is all about celebrating our amazing produce by pairing them up with delicious wines from across the globe.
£45.00
Wed 26
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Alsace, Germany, Austria & UK
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Time to discover the aromatics of Europe! Forget the Blue Nun style wines of the past, re-discover Riesling, uncover Gewurztraminer and taste English still wine
£35.00
Fri 28
Feb
- 2025 -
Celebrity Wine Tasting
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Many celebrities are putting their names to wines including; Graham Norton, Kylie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Gary Barlow and Snoop Dogg. But are they worth it?
£35.00
Wed 05
Mar
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Champagne and Sparkling Wine
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Join us for an evening of decadence as we celebrate the wonderful world of bubbles!
£40.00
Starts Thu 06
Mar
- 2025 -
4 Week Italian Adventure
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With its myriad of regional specialities and indigenous grape varieties, Italy can be at once fascinating, daunting and confusing to the wine drinker. Over the course of 4 weeks we will ucover both the classics and undiscovered gems.
£130.00
Thu 06
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of North-East Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of North-East Italy. From popular Pinot Grigio to the rich Amarones, this region has it all. We'll be uncovering these as well as some of the region's hidden gems.
£35.00
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Fri 07
Mar
- 2025 -
Bar Snacks & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
We love a food and wine night. After the success of Crisps and Wine this is the next logical step in our guilty pleasure wine tastings.
£40.00
Thu 13
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of North West Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of North-West Italy. From the popular Gavi to the infamous Barolo, this region has it all. We'll be uncovering these as well as some of the region's hidden gems.
£35.00
Fri 14
Mar
- 2025 -
Posh vs Plonk!
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
How much should I spend on wine? Are more expensive wines better? Can you really taste the difference between a cheaper and more expensive bottle?
This evening - we will answer these questions and many more alongside 8 wines, tasted blind!
£35.00
Thu 20
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of Central Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of Central Italy. Italy's most planted grape, Sangiovese has it's home here. We'll be uncovering the wines made from this famous grape as well as some of the region's hidden gems.
£35.00
Fri 21
Mar
- 2025 -
Spanish Tapas and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There is arguably no other country on earth that can match the vibrancy, flair, quality and diversity of Spanish wine. This evening's tasting is dedicated to sampling some of its very best, paired with top quality examples of local delicacies.
£45.00
Thu 27
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of South Italy and Islands
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of Southern Italy and the islands. The south of Italy is well known for good value wines such as Primitivo from Puglia. It is also home to some of Italy's most interesting indigenous varieties, some of which we will uncover.
£35.00
Fri 28
Mar
- 2025 -
Crisps & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There are many classic wine and food pairings from around the world. However, there's nothing we love more than a quiet night in with a glass of wine and a bag of crisps. This tasting pairs both the expected and unexpected.
£40.00
Mon 07
Apr
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines: Mon-Wed
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
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Fri 11
Apr
- 2025 -
Chocolate & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
One for the chocoholics! Just like wine, chocolate comes in a wide variety of colours and flavours, but did you know that when paired with wine it can create indulgent, adult only, combinations?
£40.00
Starts Thu 24
Apr
- 2025 -
4 Week Beginners Wine Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Get to grips with the fascinating world of wine on this 4 week introductory course. Run over 4 sessions, this is designed for people who enjoy wine and want to learn more about it, in a fun, friendly and relaxed setting.
£135.00
Thu 24
Apr
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Join us for an introductory look at the wonderfully diverse and quirky world of wine. This evening tasting is perfect for those to new to wine or who want to understand the basics of wine tasting.
£30.00
Sun 27
Apr
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 in Wines: Sunday Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
Thu 01
May
- 2025 -
White Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
If you're a white wine lover, know what you like but want to learn a bit more about it then this is the tasting for you! We'll broaden your horizons and perhaps change the way you think about white wines forever!
£35.00
Thu 08
May
- 2025 -
Red Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
At this time of year you can't beat a nice warming glass of red wine! Tonight we'll taste our way through some of the best examples of the huge variety of red wines available.
£35.00
Thu 15
May
- 2025 -
Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Fri 30
May
- 2025 -
£35.00
Fri 06
Jun
- 2025 -
Crisps & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There are many classic wine and food pairings from around the world. However, there's nothing we love more than a quiet night in with a glass of wine and a bag of crisps. This tasting pairs both the expected and unexpected.
£40.00
Sun 08
Jun
- 2025 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
WSET L1 Award is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in hospitality. It lays the foundation for understanding wine, giving you confidence for food and wine pairing, and an introduction to different styles...
£205.00
Starts Thu 12
Jun
- 2025 -
£130.00
Starts Fri 13
Jun
- 2025 -
4-Week Food & Wine Pairing Experience
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
The concept of food and wine pairing is as old as the hills, but seems wreathed in mystery and confusion. On this series of four tastings, we’ll learn the secrets behind the art, by exploring a different region’s cuisine each week
£160.00
Fri 13
Jun
- 2025 -
Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Fri 20
Jun
- 2025 -
Italian Charcuterie and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With over 1000 indigenous grape varieties to get to grips with, & enormous diversity of wine styles, Italy can be a confusing wine country to get to know! It’s also the best example of a region that makes wine specifically designed to go wi...
£45.00
Fri 27
Jun
- 2025 -
Spanish Tapas and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There is arguably no other country on earth that can match the vibrancy, flair, quality and diversity of Spanish wine. This evening's tasting is dedicated to sampling some of its very best, paired with top quality examples of local delicacies.
£45.00
Fri 04
Jul
- 2025 -
French Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Cheese & Wine are unquestionably two of the greatest things ever created by man! And France produces some of the finest examples of both. Tonight we'll be exploring many of the classic cheese and wine pairings that the home of gastonomy has to of...
£45.00
Mon 14
Jul
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines: Mon-Wed
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
Fri 01
Aug
- 2025 -
Fringe tasting - Off the Beaten Rack
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Get into the spirit of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with this special one-off wine tasting where we go off the beaten track and explore those hidden gems from less well known grape varieties and countries.
£35.00
Fri 08
Aug
- 2025 -
Scottish Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Scotland is home to world-class cheese producers from every corner of the country. This workshop is all about celebrating our amazing produce by pairing them up with delicious wines from across the globe.
£45.00
Mon 01
Sep
- 2025 -
£845.00
Mon 13
Jan
- 2025 -
WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
WSET L1 Award is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in hospitality. It lays the foundation for understanding wine, giving you confidence for food and wine pairing, and an introduction to different styles...
£205.00
Starts
Wed 15
Jan
- 2025 -
8 Week World of Wine Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Our most popular flagship entry-level course looks at a different wine country each week - a magical journey through 40 beautiful wine regions tasting over 50 selected wines!
£250.00
Wed 15
Jan
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Bordeaux and Southern France
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Bordeaux is probably the World's most famous wine region - renowned for cult wines such as Chateau Margaux, & Mouton-Rothschild which can retail for £1000s a bottle. But there is much more to this warm, south-westerly part of France.
£35.00
Starts
Fri 17
Jan
- 2025 -
4-Week Food & Wine Pairing Experience
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
The concept of food and wine pairing is as old as the hills, but seems wreathed in mystery and confusion. On this series of four tastings, we’ll learn the secrets behind the art, by exploring a different region’s cuisine each week
£160.00
Fri 17
Jan
- 2025 -
Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Mon 20
Jan
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines: Mon-Wed
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
Wed 22
Jan
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Australia, New Zealand & South Africa
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Come & join us for this special evening & taste why these New World classic wines are once again being listed on some of the top restaurant wine lists in the UK.
£35.00
Starts
Thu 23
Jan
- 2025 -
4 Week Beginners Wine Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Get to grips with the fascinating world of wine on this 4 week introductory course. Run over 4 sessions, this is designed for people who enjoy wine and want to learn more about it, in a fun, friendly and relaxed setting.
£135.00
Thu 23
Jan
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Join us for an introductory look at the wonderfully diverse and quirky world of wine. This evening tasting is perfect for those to new to wine or who want to understand the basics of wine tasting.
£30.00
Fri 24
Jan
- 2025 -
Italian Charcuterie and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With over 1000 indigenous grape varieties to get to grips with, & enormous diversity of wine styles, Italy can be a confusing wine country to get to know! It’s also the best example of a region that makes wine specifically designed to go wi...
£45.00
Wed 29
Jan
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Burgundy, Loire & Rhone
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
The Loire, Burgundy & Rhone are some of France's best known wine making regions. Come along, explore these famous wines with us and taste why the wines of these regions are world famous.
£35.00
Thu 30
Jan
- 2025 -
White Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
If you're a white wine lover, know what you like but want to learn a bit more about it then this is the tasting for you! We'll broaden your horizons and perhaps change the way you think about white wines forever!
£35.00
Fri 31
Jan
- 2025 -
Spanish Tapas and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There is arguably no other country on earth that can match the vibrancy, flair, quality and diversity of Spanish wine. This evening's tasting is dedicated to sampling some of its very best, paired with top quality examples of local delicacies.
£45.00
Sun 02
Feb
- 2025 -
£845.00
Wed 05
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With its myriad regional specialities and indigenous grape varieties, Italy can be at once fascinating, daunting and confusing to the wine drinker. We'll break down the barriers with this whistlestop Italian tasting
£35.00
Thu 06
Feb
- 2025 -
Red Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
At this time of year you can't beat a nice warming glass of red wine! Tonight we'll taste our way through some of the best examples of the huge variety of red wines available.
£35.00
Fri 07
Feb
- 2025 -
French Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Cheese & Wine are unquestionably two of the greatest things ever created by man! And France produces some of the finest examples of both. Tonight we'll be exploring many of the classic cheese and wine pairings that the home of gastonomy has to of...
£45.00
Wed 12
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - The Americas
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
An evening of American showstoppers! Join us as we travel from north to south with amazing wine along the way.
£35.00
Thu 13
Feb
- 2025 -
Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Fri 14
Feb
- 2025 -
Crisps & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There are many classic wine and food pairings from around the world. However, there's nothing we love more than a quiet night in with a glass of wine and a bag of crisps. This tasting pairs both the expected and unexpected.
£40.00
Wed 19
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Spain & Portugal
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
A trip around the Iberian penisula. Spain might be more famous, but there are undiscovered gems on both sides of the border. Join us as we taste through classics and uncover new favourites
£35.00
Fri 21
Feb
- 2025 -
Scottish Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Scotland is home to world-class cheese producers from every corner of the country. This workshop is all about celebrating our amazing produce by pairing them up with delicious wines from across the globe.
£45.00
Wed 26
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Alsace, Germany, Austria & UK
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Time to discover the aromatics of Europe! Forget the Blue Nun style wines of the past, re-discover Riesling, uncover Gewurztraminer and taste English still wine
£35.00
Fri 28
Feb
- 2025 -
Celebrity Wine Tasting
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Many celebrities are putting their names to wines including; Graham Norton, Kylie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Gary Barlow and Snoop Dogg. But are they worth it?
£35.00
Wed 05
Mar
- 2025 -
World of Wine - Champagne and Sparkling Wine
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Join us for an evening of decadence as we celebrate the wonderful world of bubbles!
£40.00
Starts
Thu 06
Mar
- 2025 -
4 Week Italian Adventure
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With its myriad of regional specialities and indigenous grape varieties, Italy can be at once fascinating, daunting and confusing to the wine drinker. Over the course of 4 weeks we will ucover both the classics and undiscovered gems.
£130.00
Thu 06
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of North-East Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of North-East Italy. From popular Pinot Grigio to the rich Amarones, this region has it all. We'll be uncovering these as well as some of the region's hidden gems.
£35.00
Fri 07
Mar
- 2025 -
Bar Snacks & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
We love a food and wine night. After the success of Crisps and Wine this is the next logical step in our guilty pleasure wine tastings.
£40.00
Thu 13
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of North West Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of North-West Italy. From the popular Gavi to the infamous Barolo, this region has it all. We'll be uncovering these as well as some of the region's hidden gems.
£35.00
Fri 14
Mar
- 2025 -
Posh vs Plonk!
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
How much should I spend on wine? Are more expensive wines better? Can you really taste the difference between a cheaper and more expensive bottle?
This evening - we will answer these questions and many more alongside 8 wines, tasted blind!
£35.00
Thu 20
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of Central Italy
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of Central Italy. Italy's most planted grape, Sangiovese has it's home here. We'll be uncovering the wines made from this famous grape as well as some of the region's hidden gems.
£35.00
Fri 21
Mar
- 2025 -
Spanish Tapas and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There is arguably no other country on earth that can match the vibrancy, flair, quality and diversity of Spanish wine. This evening's tasting is dedicated to sampling some of its very best, paired with top quality examples of local delicacies.
£45.00
Thu 27
Mar
- 2025 -
Exploration of South Italy and Islands
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Discover the wines of Southern Italy and the islands. The south of Italy is well known for good value wines such as Primitivo from Puglia. It is also home to some of Italy's most interesting indigenous varieties, some of which we will uncover.
£35.00
Fri 28
Mar
- 2025 -
Crisps & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There are many classic wine and food pairings from around the world. However, there's nothing we love more than a quiet night in with a glass of wine and a bag of crisps. This tasting pairs both the expected and unexpected.
£40.00
Mon 07
Apr
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines: Mon-Wed
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
Fri 11
Apr
- 2025 -
Chocolate & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
One for the chocoholics! Just like wine, chocolate comes in a wide variety of colours and flavours, but did you know that when paired with wine it can create indulgent, adult only, combinations?
£40.00
Starts
Thu 24
Apr
- 2025 -
4 Week Beginners Wine Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Get to grips with the fascinating world of wine on this 4 week introductory course. Run over 4 sessions, this is designed for people who enjoy wine and want to learn more about it, in a fun, friendly and relaxed setting.
£135.00
Thu 24
Apr
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Join us for an introductory look at the wonderfully diverse and quirky world of wine. This evening tasting is perfect for those to new to wine or who want to understand the basics of wine tasting.
£30.00
Sun 27
Apr
- 2025 -
WSET Level 2 in Wines: Sunday Course
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
Thu 01
May
- 2025 -
White Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
If you're a white wine lover, know what you like but want to learn a bit more about it then this is the tasting for you! We'll broaden your horizons and perhaps change the way you think about white wines forever!
£35.00
Thu 08
May
- 2025 -
Red Wines of the World
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
At this time of year you can't beat a nice warming glass of red wine! Tonight we'll taste our way through some of the best examples of the huge variety of red wines available.
£35.00
Thu 15
May
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Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Fri 30
May
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£35.00
Fri 06
Jun
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Crisps & Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There are many classic wine and food pairings from around the world. However, there's nothing we love more than a quiet night in with a glass of wine and a bag of crisps. This tasting pairs both the expected and unexpected.
£40.00
Sun 08
Jun
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WSET Level 1 Award in Wines
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
WSET L1 Award is the ideal starting point for anybody new to wine or those beginning a career in hospitality. It lays the foundation for understanding wine, giving you confidence for food and wine pairing, and an introduction to different styles...
£205.00
Starts
Thu 12
Jun
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£130.00
Starts
Fri 13
Jun
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4-Week Food & Wine Pairing Experience
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
The concept of food and wine pairing is as old as the hills, but seems wreathed in mystery and confusion. On this series of four tastings, we’ll learn the secrets behind the art, by exploring a different region’s cuisine each week
£160.00
Fri 13
Jun
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Scottish Food and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
On this workshop we match up some of the delicacies from Scotland's world famous larder with some delicious wines from around the globe. We'll see how the complex flavours can complement each other, bringing out the flavours of both.
£45.00
Fri 20
Jun
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Italian Charcuterie and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
With over 1000 indigenous grape varieties to get to grips with, & enormous diversity of wine styles, Italy can be a confusing wine country to get to know! It’s also the best example of a region that makes wine specifically designed to go wi...
£45.00
Fri 27
Jun
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Spanish Tapas and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
There is arguably no other country on earth that can match the vibrancy, flair, quality and diversity of Spanish wine. This evening's tasting is dedicated to sampling some of its very best, paired with top quality examples of local delicacies.
£45.00
Fri 04
Jul
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French Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Cheese & Wine are unquestionably two of the greatest things ever created by man! And France produces some of the finest examples of both. Tonight we'll be exploring many of the classic cheese and wine pairings that the home of gastonomy has to of...
£45.00
Mon 14
Jul
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WSET Level 2 Award in Wines: Mon-Wed
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
10:00am
This comprehensive intro course provides a structured exploration of the world of wine and is suitable for wine industry professionals and wine enthusiasts. You do not have to first complete Level 1, you can start at Level 2 if desired
£495.00
Fri 01
Aug
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Fringe tasting - Off the Beaten Rack
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!
Get into the spirit of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival with this special one-off wine tasting where we go off the beaten track and explore those hidden gems from less well known grape varieties and countries.
£35.00
Fri 08
Aug
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Scottish Cheese and Wine Pairing
Novotel Edinburgh Centre
7:00pm
Scotland is home to world-class cheese producers from every corner of the country. This workshop is all about celebrating our amazing produce by pairing them up with delicious wines from across the globe.
£45.00
Mon 01
Sep
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£845.00
