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Notts Derby Local Wine School

A very warm welcome to Notts Derby Local Wine School! We are a local, independent wine education company based in Nottingham and Derby and specialise in hosting wine courses and tastings in Nottingham and Derby city centres. Our events are open to everyone - no previous wine tasting experience is necessary. We are also part of the UKs leading provider of professional WSET courses. 

Our events are run by friendly wine tutors and are relaxed and informal with an emphasis upon learning by tasting. Whether you are new to wine and want to learn more, want to explore different countries or grape varieties, or simply want to enjoy good company and good times, we have a tasting for you.

The wine school is owned by the effervescent Debbie Ault who has a great fun and enthusiastic style of communicating her love for all things alcoholic! With her fun style and team of tutors you're in for a good time!

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Nottingham Wine Festival 2025

Our 5th Nottingham Wine Festival is a celebration of all that is great and good in the Nottinghamshire drinks scene. A festival of independent wine merchants, retailers and more, showcasing the finest of their wares for you to enjoy.

The format is a casual walk-around tasting which encourages you to taste plenty and chat to the merchants involved.

We'll be inviting all of our local favourite purveyors of excellent booze to show their wares. All you need to do is pay the ticket fee which will include entrance to the festival, tote bag, wine brochure and all the tasters on the day. 

You'll be able to buy wine on the day or place orders for pick up or delivery at a later date.

ENJOY

Are you a food and wine lover who wants to learn more? Are you fond of fizz? Are you looking to try something different? Our fantastic cheese and wine matching sessions, sparkling tastings, posh vs plonk make an indulgent treat for yourself or a great gift for the wine lover in your life. Plus if you like a nip of the hard stuff there's something for you too.

EXPLORE

We offer a range of masterclasses and specialtasting events that focus on indovidual regions or grape varieites.

Plus we deliver the internationally recognised and highly regarded WSET (Wine & Spirit Education Trust) qualifications in wine in Nottingham. Ideal for a professional or enthusiast who is looking to learn in a more formal and systematic way. Classroom and online options available.

Notts Derby Wine School

What to expect at NottsDerby Wine School

Our team here are a fun, wine, beer and spirits loving crew who enjoy sharing their knowledge and passion with others.

Our events are informal, relaxed and a great experience that we hope will have you coming back for more.

We are not stuffy and hoity-toity about wine as we believe wine is for everyone, and if you're not a fan of certain wines we'll be sure to find you something that suits you.

Plus we are very active on social media so keep up to date with our shenanigans by following us on Instagram or Facebook

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We're part of the Local Wine School Network

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