Our just for fun experiences are great for treating yourself (and a friend!) to a pleasurable and relaxing evening tasting or a full day including Champagne, a delicious lunch, and 12 wines! Learn more if you want to, or just kick back, relax and drink some great wines with good company on these friendly and sociable evenings or weekends.
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Sat 22
Feb
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting with Lunch (Harrogate)
Hotel du Vin, Harrogate
11:00am
Come and enjoy a fun and relaxed day, in the company of other wine lovers, learning a little more about your favourite tipple. Luxuriate in the surroundings of Hotel du Vin as we kick off the day with a taster of Champagne. What a wonderful weekend!
£97.50
Thu 27
Feb
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Loire and Burgundy
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Part 3 of our global wine journey sees a return to France, but now we head to the North to learn about the stunning whites of the Loire and Burgundy. Elegant, racy wines with an abundance of mineral notes; like Spring in a glass, whatever the season!
£35.00
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Mon 03
Mar
- 2025 -
Introduction To Wine Tasting Evening
The launchpad to your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!
£30.00
Thu 06
Mar
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Chile and Argentina
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Time to hit up some South American sunshine as we journey to the land of Malbec, Carmenere and Torrontes! With the dramatic Andes as our backdrop we'll enjoy settle in to an evening of tasting wines big and bold with fruit and spice- delicious!
£32.50
Sat 08
Mar
- 2025 -
Discover Italy Tasting with Lunch (Leeds)
The Cross Keys, Leeds
11:00am
Journey to the four corners of Italy in one single day. Taste 12 wines, including 1 fizz, as we explore the North, South, East and West of this specatucular peninsula. Discover the unique and delicious grapes and wines that Italy has to offer... ...
£97.50
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Wed 12
Mar
- 2025 -
Charcuterie and Wine Pairing
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Parma ham with Lambrusco, Rioja with Iberico Chorizo, Bardolino with Bresaola. So many delicious pairings of hand sliced charcuterie and wine: YUM! The flavours which go hand in hand with cured meat- smoke, spice- bring out the best in the wine too!
£40.00
Thu 13
Mar
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Italy, Spain & Portugal
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Our roving World of Wine series continues with a broad brush stroke across the southern end of Europe. Wines from Italy, Spain and increasingly Portugal, are consistently voted favourites by our Wine Schoolers. Value for ££ and food frien...
£35.00
Sat 15
Mar
- 2025 -
Back to Bourgogne
The Cross Keys, Leeds
11:00am
Bourgogne, Burgundy... call it what you like, this is the home of some of the world's finest wines. Join Accredited Bourgogne Ambassador Laura for a Saturday lunch to discover whole new dimensions to one of France's great wine regions!
£105.00
Sat 15
Mar
- 2025 -
Introduction to Wine Tasting with Lunch (York)
Hotel du Vin, York
11:00am
Come and enjoy a fun and relaxed day, in the company of other wine lovers, learning a little more about your favourite tipple. Luxuriate in the surroundings of Hotel du Vin as we kick off the day with a taster of Champagne. What a wonderful weekend!
£97.50
Thu 20
Mar
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: South Africa and North America
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
A night of New World wonders! Both countries are plagued by reputations forged on big brands, selling uninspiring wines, on deep supermarket discounts. But not with us! We're showcasing the area's most unique and authentic wines for you to enjoy!
£32.50
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Wed 26
Mar
- 2025 -
The Ultimate Cheese and Wine Evening
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
We love to pair wine and cheese! Join us for a taste through our greatest hits pairings-wise, featuring many different styles of wine and cheese. Fizz, Sweeties, Whites, Reds... We find a perfect cheesy partner to each and every one!
£45.00
Thu 27
Mar
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: England, Alsace & Germany
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
A cornucopia of aromatic white wines awaits, our cups runneth over with Riesling, Bacchus, Gruner and Pinot Gris. If you're looking for some zing in your wine then this is the tasting for you! The fragrant aromas of spring, whatever the time of year!
£32.50
Sat 29
Mar
- 2025 -
Iberian Adventure Tasting with Lunch (Harrogate)
Hotel du Vin, Harrogate
11:00am
Journey around Iberia in one single day. Taste 12 wines, including 1 fizz, as we explore this spectacular peninsula.
£97.50
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Thu 03
Apr
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Fizz & Sweeties
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Our World of Wine Series reaches its finale as we toast the end of our journey. Fizz and Sweeties often feature at the start and the end of a great meal. They are drinks we reach for in times of celebration, marking a special occasion, so lets enjoy!
£32.50
Mon 07
Apr
- 2025 -
The Ultimate Cheese and Wine Evening
We love to pair wine and cheese! Join us for a taste through our greatest hits pairings-wise, featuring many different styles of wine and cheese. Fizz, Sweeties, Whites, Reds... We find a perfect cheesy partner to each and every one!
£45.00
Tue 08
Apr
- 2025 -
Marvellous Maconnais Masterclass
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Discover the exciting wines being made in the Maconnais with Accredited Bourgogne Ambassador Laura! Reds and whites on show to highlight the diversity of the region's wines and skill of its winemakers.
£35.00
Thu 10
Apr
- 2025 -
Chocolate and Wine Pairing
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Just in time for Easter! Do you want to experience the delicious flavour of artisan bean to bar chocolate alongside 6 perfectly paired wines? 8 different chocolates to taste with a whole range of wines: time to upgrade your Easter egg action!
£40.00
Mon 14
Apr
- 2025 -
Malbec World Day Tasting
Every 17th April we join the global celebration which is Malbec World Day; an occasion to be joyful and merry as our glasses overflow with many many wines all made from amazing Malbec! Join us for the fun...
£37.50
Thu 17
Apr
- 2025 -
Malbec World Day Tasting
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Every 17th April we join the global celebration which is Malbec World Day; an occasion to be joyful and merry as our glasses overflow with many many wines all made from amazing Malbec! Join us for the fun...
£37.50
Thu 17
Apr
- 2025 -
Malbec World Day Tasting
Every 17th April we join the global celebration which is Malbec World Day; an occasion to be joyful and merry as our glasses overflow with many many wines all made from amazing Malbec! Join us for the fun...
£37.50
Thu 24
Apr
- 2025 -
Charcuterie and Wine Pairing
Parma ham with Lambrusco, Rioja with Iberico Chorizo, Bardolino with Bresaola. So many delicious pairings of hand sliced charcuterie and wine: YUM! The flavours which go hand in hand with cured meat- smoke, spice- bring out the best in the wine too!
£40.00
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Thu 24
Apr
- 2025 -
Monumentally Massive Magnums Masterclass
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Big wines in even bigger bottles! Join Laura to discover the magic of magnums, as she presents a selection of fine wines in larger format bottles, and discusses how a different bottle size can lead to a different wine inside!
£45.00
Sat 26
Apr
- 2025 -
Rhône Rangers
The Cross Keys, Leeds
11:00am
Discover the grape varieties of the Rhône Valley - elegant Syrah, rich Grenache, aromatic Viognier, Marsanne and Rousanne - not just in their historic homeland but in California too!
£105.00
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Starts
Tue 06
May
- 2025 -
Talkin' Terroir 4 Week Course
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
For our next 4-week adventure we’ll be turning our attention to the role that particular landscapes play in crafting the wines which we love. Expect to taste some new and fascinating wines and learn a little more about what factors s...
£130.00
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Thu 08
May
- 2025 -
Rockin’ Rojomoma
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
A rare and special chance to taste some perfectly aged Barossa Valley reds from boutique producer Rojomoma, a very special husband and wife-led team who have been carefully buying up older vineyards in the region.
£50.00
Sat 10
May
- 2025 -
Iberian Adventure Tasting with Lunch (York)
Hotel du Vin, York
11:00am
Journey around Iberia in one single day. Taste 12 wines, including 1 fizz, as we explore this spectacular peninsula.
£97.50
Wed 14
May
- 2025 -
Not So New Zealand
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Join Laura as she dusts down a few more special surprises from the lock up! 6 bottles of New Zealand wine which have been aged to perfection from top producers Dog Point and Kumeu River.
£47.50
Thu 22
May
- 2025 -
Spring White Wine and Cheese Pairing Evening
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Celebrate the impending arrival of summer with a line up of truly delicous white wines paired with cheese. Lots of folk think of Port or big red wines as being the perfect partner to cheese. But we believe the best matches are usually with whites...
£40.00
Sat 24
May
- 2025 -
Iberian Adventure Tasting with Lunch (Leeds)
The Cross Keys, Leeds
11:00am
Journey around Iberia in one single day. Taste 12 wines, including 1 fizz, as we explore this spectacular peninsula. As if your day couldn't get any better, we'll be enjoying a delicious lunch at The Cross Keys where simple cooking, delicious flavour...
£97.50
Tue 03
Jun
- 2025 -
Inspired By Andalucia: Tapas Wine Dinner at Friends of Ham
Friends of Ham, Leeds
6:30pm
The latest instalment of our series of wine dinners with our pals over at Friends of Ham. This time, they're taking inspiration from Andalucian tapas. These always sell out quick, so book your place while you can!
£80.00
Wed 04
Jun
- 2025 -
Zinfandel Zealots!
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Sample 6 fantastic Zinfandels from different parts of California in Laura's latest fine wine masterclass!
£40.00
Sat 07
Jun
- 2025 -
Discover Italy Tasting with Lunch (Harrogate)
Hotel du Vin, Harrogate
11:00am
Journey to the four corners of Italy in one single day. Taste 12 wines, including 1 fizz, as we explore the North, South, East and West of this spectacular peninsula. Discover the unique and delicious grapes and wines that Italy has to offer...
£97.50
Sat 14
Jun
- 2025 -
YWS on Tour - Laura and Laura's Meseta Marvels
The Cross Keys, Leeds
11:00am
Discover the exciting wines of some of Spain's most dynamic winemakers as Laura brings back some of the fantastic things she discovered on her trip to central Spain!
£105.00
Tue 17
Jun
- 2025 -
Rip-Roaring Rosè
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
A tasting to celebrate all that is pretty in pink: 6 gorgeous rosè wines from all over the globe to put the pizzazz in to your summer drinking. We'll taste Rosè Champagne along with a wealth of styles from delicate and light to robust a...
£40.00
Thu 19
Jun
- 2025 -
The Ultimate Cheese and Wine Evening
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
We love to pair wine and cheese! Join us for a taste through our greatest hits pairings-wise, featuring many different styles of wine and cheese. Fizz, Sweeties, Whites, Reds... We find a perfect cheesy partner to each and every one!
£45.00
Tue 24
Jun
- 2025 -
English Wine Week - Nation of Winemakers
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
English wine is making a name for itself the world over, with better wines being produced every year. This English Wine Week, why not discover the world-beating fizz, aromatic whites and supple reds of our native shores?
£42.50
Starts
Tue 14
Oct
- 2025 -
8 Week - Wonderful World of Wine Course - Leeds
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Hop onboard and set sail for your very own introduction to the World of Wine! Over 8 weeks spent in the company of fellow wine lovers and our highly qualified presenters, you'll sniff, swirl and slurp your way through 50 wines, learning as you go...&...
£230.00
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Tue 14
Oct
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Bordeaux, Languedoc, and Rhone Valley
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
We kick off our World of Wine series with a look under the skin at some of France's most illustrious and prestigeous regions. We'll cover common wine labelling terms, basic geography, key grape varieties and what makes some wines so expensive?
£32.50
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Tue 21
Oct
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Australia and New Zealand
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Next up on our World of Wine series we head down under to get to grips with wine down the Antipodean way... we've all heard about (and tried) Sauvignon Blanc from NZ and Shiraz and Chardonnay from Oz. But where are the hidden gems best found?
£32.50
Tue 28
Oct
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Loire and Burgundy
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Part 3 of our global wine journey sees a return to France, but now we head to the North to learn about the stunning whites of the Loire and Burgundy. Elegant, racy wines with an abundance of mineral notes; like Spring in a glass, whatever the season!
£35.00
Tue 04
Nov
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Chile and Argentina
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Time to hit up some South American sunshine as we journey to the land of Malbec, Carmenere and Torrontes! With the dramatic Andes as our backdrop we'll enjoy settle in to an evening of tasting wines big and bold with fruit and spice- delicious!
£32.50
Tue 11
Nov
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Italy, Spain & Portugal
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Our roving World of Wine series continues with a broad brush stroke across the southern end of Europe. Wines from Italy, Spain and increasingly Portugal, are consistently voted favourites by our Wine Schoolers. Value for ££ and food frien...
£35.00
Tue 18
Nov
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: South Africa and North America
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
A night of New World wonders! Both countries are plagued by reputations forged on big brands, selling uninspiring wines, on deep supermarket discounts. But not with us! We're showcasing the area's most unique and authentic wines for you to enjoy!
£32.50
Tue 25
Nov
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: England, Alsace & Germany
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
A cornucopia of aromatic white wines awaits, our cups runneth over with Riesling, Bacchus, Gruner and Pinot Gris. If you're looking for some zing in your wine then this is the tasting for you! The fragrant aromas of spring, whatever the time of year!
£32.50
Tue 02
Dec
- 2025 -
World of Wine Series: Fizz & Sweeties
Radisson Blu, Leeds
7:00pm
Our World of Wine Series reaches its finale as we toast the end of our journey. Fizz and Sweeties often feature at the start and the end of a great meal. They are drinks we reach for in times of celebration, marking a special occasion, so lets enjoy!
£32.50
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