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Wine Tasting Experience Day inc Lunch

Saturday 17 February 2018

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11am to 4pm – including Champagne & delicious 2-course lunch at the beautiful Glendower Hotel in Lytham St. Annes plus a tutored tasting of 12 superb wines. Passionate about wine & want to learn more? Each course is a fascinating introduction to the world of Wine. Do you want to discover fascinating and delicious new wines & grape varieties? Do you want to taste a wide variety of wines and understand what makes them so different ? Do you want to know which wine to drink with what food? Then these are the courses for you ! It is also a great way to meet new friends who share your love of wine.

Course Outline:

Introduction to the Worlds major wine regions New World Wines (Australia, New Zealand, Chile, Argentina, South Africa, California) vs Old World Classics (France, Italy, & Spain) Major Red Grape Varieties – Shiraz, Cabernet, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Sangiovese, Tempranillo & others. Major White Grape Varieties – Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Riesling, & others! How wine is made – grapes, fermentation, ageing Improve your senses! – Aroma wheel, Nez du Vin How to taste wines – aroma, taste, & describing wines Recognising elements of wine – tannin, acidity, oak Tutored Tasting of 12 Wines The effect of climate on the taste of wine Which wines to buy / where to obtain the best value for money / storing & serving wine / understanding wine labels Food & Wine Matching – tips & advice – with practical tastings.

This is a great opportunity to meet like-minded people and taste world-class wines with a delicious lunch crammed in too!

Event details

Date
Saturday 17 February 2018
Time
11:00 to 16:00
Type
Wine course
Cost
£75
Booking required
Yes
Website
Venue details
Glendower Hotel, North Promenade Lytham St. Annes Lancashire