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Introductory

Unlock a world of wine on one of our introductory events. Emphasis is on having fun whilst tasting different wines side-by-side, guided by a friendly expert. You will begin to learn what you like and why.

If you want to dip your toe in the water - our INTRODUCTORY events are a great place to start. Choose a 2-hour Introduction to Wine evening (7pm-9pm) where we will show you how to taste like a Pro, explain a little about the basics, and guide you through 6 delicious wines from around the globe.

OR choose a full Saturday Wine Course (11am-4pm), with a delicious 2-course lunch, a glass of Champagne and a taste of 11 wines - it's a real treat for yourself and/or a friend.

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Authentic Turkish Food & Turkish Wine Pairing Dinner at Ottoman Kitchen
Thu 29
Jan
- 2026 -
Authentic Turkish Food & Turkish Wine Pairing Dinner at Ottoman Kitchen
Enjoy 5 courses from the Ottoman Kitchen menu accompanied by 5 Turkish wines chosen by Sommelier Cecile Bergart of the Hampshire Wine School who'll talk about the wine pairing for every course. A fun and interactive night out!
£50.00
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5-Course Taster Italian Dining Experience at The Olive Tree (Southampton, Oxford Street) - Let's Match Italian Food & Wine to Perfection!
Thu 12
Feb
- 2026 -
5-Course Taster Italian Dining Experience at The Olive Tree (Southampton, Oxford Street) - Let's Match Italian Food & Wine to Perfection!
TASTER MENU, where we shall pair Chef-curated, 5-course meal with small portions to showcase his culinerary artistry through a sequential dining journey, with 5 Sommelier-selected wines from Italy & France, to enhance the food flavours!
£50.00
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Wines from the US & OZ
Fri 06
Mar
- 2026 -
Wines from the US & OZ
Join us for a Wonderful World of Wine tasting on two marvellous New World wine -producing countries: the USA and Australia! Let's discover California, Washington State and Oregon PLUS Barossa Valley and Margaret River
£37.50
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Crisps & Wine Pairing Workshop
Sat 07
Mar
- 2026 -
Crisps & Wine Pairing Workshop
Sometimes you just don't want to cook and there's nothing better than a good packet of crisps with your wine. Let's have some fun pairing the two!
£42.50
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Saturday 'Intro to the World of Wine' Course with Lunch & Champagne
Sat 14
Mar
- 2026 -
Saturday 'Intro to the World of Wine' Course with Lunch & Champagne
Join us on an 'Introduction to Wine' day from 11.00am to 4.00pm including a glass of Champagne and a delicious 2-course lunch at St James Tavern.
£115.00
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Wines from LEBANON
Sat 28
Mar
- 2026 -
Wines from LEBANON
The wines of Lebanon have a rich history, and the Beqaa Valley, with its excellent height and temperature, makes some of the finest quality of red wines that are loved by wine connoisseurs across the globe.
£37.50
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Wines from PERU, BRAZIL & URUGUAY
Fri 10
Apr
- 2026 -
Wines from PERU, BRAZIL & URUGUAY
Forget about Chile & Argentina for a second, and let's experience the rest of what South America has to offer in terms of fabulous wines: Peru, Brazil & Uruguay! A tasting not to be missed!!!
£37.50
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Wines from ITALY
Fri 17
Apr
- 2026 -
Wines from ITALY
Welcome to the Wonderful World of Wine Tasting on Italy. Time for some tasty traditional classics!
£37.50
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Saturday 'Intro to the World of Wine' Course with Lunch & Champagne
Sat 25
Apr
- 2026 -
Saturday 'Intro to the World of Wine' Course with Lunch & Champagne
Join us on a super fun 'Introduction to the World of Wine as it stands in 2026' course from 11.00am to 4.00pm including a glass of Champagne and a delicious 2-course lunch at St James Tavern.
£115.00
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 4-Week Course on Sparkling Wines
Starts
Sat 02
May
- 2026 -
4-Week Course on Sparkling Wines
Quite possibly our most decadent 4-week course to date ... welcome to Fabulous Fizz!
£150.00
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Wines from CORSICA
Sat 09
May
- 2026 -
Wines from CORSICA
You can explore local Corsican grape varieties like Niellucio and Vermentino while learning about the island's unique winemaking traditions. It's France ... but with a massive twist! Don't miss out on this very different wine tasting.
£37.50
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Sweet Wines & Food Pairing Workshop
Sat 16
May
- 2026 -
Sweet Wines & Food Pairing Workshop

Sweet wines, like Moscato, off-dry Riesling, Late Harvest Gewurztraminer, Port & particularly Sauternes, continue to delight us with their rich, fruity flavours regardless of the time of year. Let's pair them to perfection with cheese and dessert...

£42.50
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SYRAH / SHIRAZ single varietal wines
Fri 05
Jun
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SYRAH / SHIRAZ single varietal wines
A rich, powerful, and sometimes meaty red wine that originated in the Rhône Valley of France. Syrah is the most planted grape in Australia, where they call it Shiraz. What a stunning grape! What beautiful styles of wine it produces!
£37.50
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Wines from PORTUGAL
Fri 12
Jun
- 2026 -
Wines from PORTUGAL
So there you are, in front of the shelves, or perusing the wine list: how do you go about selecting the best Portuguese wine for the job? Let us show you how!
£37.50
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Crisps & Wine Pairing Workshop
Fri 19
Jun
- 2026 -
Crisps & Wine Pairing Workshop
Sometimes you just don't want to cook and there's nothing better than a good packet of crisps with your wine. Let's have some fun pairing the two!
£42.50
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Wines from GEORGIA
Sat 20
Jun
- 2026 -
Wines from GEORGIA
Wines from the beautiful country of Georgia slowly making its way westwards! We want to bring natural and unique wines to the attention of wine novices and and connoisseurs alike, ensuring that knowledge of its stunning wines is passed on
£37.50
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Our World of Wine evenings focus on a particular country or region's wine or a specific grape variety, and guide you through a delicious selection of wines.

Food & Wine Pairing evenings are also ideal introductory level evening if you want to learn about how different wines match with different foods.

If you would prefer a more in-depth introduction to the world of wines – have a peek at our two 8-Week World of Wine courses. Level 1 looks at a different wine-producing country each night for 8 weeks, whereas Level 2 compares wines from the same grape variety and from around the globe BLIND. This course is a real eye-opener when it comes to your preferences.

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