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TASTINGS&eventsJULY – SEPTEMBER 2018

To purchase tickets please telephone us on 01438 741177 or visit thewinesociety.com/tastings

Within The Society’s Tastings & Events programme there is a range of wine-tasting opportunities where together we can discover more about the fascinating world of wine. To find out more and to hear why members enjoy our events, view two videos at thewinesociety.com/tastings-videos

Cancellations: we reserve the right to cancel or postpone any function if insufficient tickets are sold, in which case any purchase will be refunded.

If you need to cancel tickets for an event, refunds will only be given if we are notified at least 14 days before a wine dinner or at least seven days before our other events. Refunds will only be given after this time if we are able to re-sell your tickets.

Dress code: unless stated otherwise, there is no dress code.

10% OFF WINESWe offer a 10% discount on the standard price of wines tasted to all members who place an order following a tasting barring stock or availability issues.

BRING A FRIEND

Why not treat a wine-loving friend to a ticket to one of our events? Purchase tickets for friends and family and bring them along to taste some great wines and join in the fun.

For the most up-to-date information about our events, including the wines that will be tasted on the day and the names of the growers joining us, please visit the Tastings & Events homepage at thewinesociety.com/tastings

BOOKING INFORMATION FOR ALL EVENTS

INFORMAL, WALKAROUND TASTINGSRELAXED, FUN AND VERY ENJOYABLEInformative and entertaining events offering the chance to taste at least 20 wines in a relaxed atmosphere.

SEATED, TUTORED TASTINGSFLAGSHIP EVENTS FEATURING SOME OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST WINESThese prestigious events feature at least eight wines, often presented members of the Tastings team, buyers and owners or producers of the wines.

GENERATION WINEUNIQUE AND EXCITING EVENTS WITH A TWISTContemporary tastings in lively venues with a more relaxed, informal atmosphere.

WINE DINNERS & SPECIAL EVENTSFINE FOOD AND FINE WINEThe Society hosts a variety of wine dinners across the country at some great venues.

THE SOCIETY IN STEVENAGETASTE WINE AND FOOD AT THE WINE SOCIETY’S HEADQUARTERSOur lunches are always very popular and we also offer a selection of unmissable workshops and themed dinners in our Members’ Room.

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It’s no surprise that this is one of our fastest-selling tastings – Italian wine makes up some of the world’s most beloved bottles and the charm of the country’s winemakers is hard to resist.

Join us for an evening where you can taste dozens of Italian wine treasures all under one roof, from refreshing Prosecco to elegant Barolo, as well as having the chance to chat to winemakers and representatives from some of the country’s best estates. Our line-up of producers represented on the night will include GB Burlotto, Gianni Brunelli, Vallone, Coffele and many more.

ITALY GROWERS WALKAROUND

To order tickets thewinesociety.com/tastings 01438 741177

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LONDON

Monday 2nd July

From: 5.30pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £35

The Great HallOne Great George StreetWestminsterSW1P 3AA

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READING

Tuesday 3rd July

From: 6pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £30

Victoria HallReading Town HallBlagrave StreetRG1 1QH

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There’s a simple bliss in relaxing in the garden surrounded by the scents and beauty of a British summer evening with a glass of wine in your hand. Especially if that glass holds something special.

We can’t guarantee sunshine at this fun walkaround tasting but we can promise a delectable selection of summer-perfect fine wines to taste in readiness for the warmer weather. Our fabulous line-up of 20+ premium wines are priced between £15 and £50, from refreshing riesling to perfumed pinot noir, and of course some sumptuous sparkling wines for summer parties including vintage Champagne and exquisite English fizz. Get ready to enjoy sunshine in a glass at our hottest tasting of the year!

GUILDFORD

Wednesday 11th July

From: 6pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £30

Prelude 2 & 3Guildford Harbour Hotel3 Alexandra TerraceHigh StreetGU1 3DA

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NOTTINGHAM

Monday 23rd July

From: 6pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £30

Osborne SuiteThe Albert HallNorth Circus StreetNG1 5AA

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LONDON

Monday 6th August

From: 6pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £35

RIBA66 Portland PlaceW1B 1AD

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LEWES

Tuesday 7th August

From: 6pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £30

Assembly RoomLewes Town HallHigh StreetBN7 2QS

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SUMMER FINE WINE WALKAROUND

INFORMAL, WALKAROUND TASTINGS RELAXED, FUN AND VERY ENJOYABLE


Is there a more perfect region for summer drinking than the crisp aromatic sauvignons, fresh seafood-friendly Muscadets and light pure cabernet francs of the Loire?

Whether you’re already savvy to this region’s many charms or would like to discover just what makes its wines so special, this informal walkaround tasting is your chance to sample a sumptuous range of whites, reds, bubbly and sweet wines from the Loire. Not only that, but winemakers and representatives from leading Loire estates will be on hand to answer your questions and talk you through their wines.

LONDON

Tuesday 17th July


Tickets: £35

Stationer’s HallAve Maria LaneEC4M 7DD

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LOIRE GROWERS WALKAROUND


Plus our Loire buyer Joanna Locke MW is running two masterclasses to give you even further insight:

Cabernet Franc Vertical Masterclass Learn how wines made from cabernet franc – one of the most popular red grapes in the Loire – can age and develop over time.

Sauvignon Blanc Masterclass Taste along with Jo as she guides you through a comparative tasting of sauvignon blanc from across the Loire region, with a chance to try styles from Sancerre, Poilly Fumé, Chenonceaux and Reuilly side by side.

Cabernet Franc Vertical Masterclass


Tickets: £10

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Sauvignon Blanc Regionality Masterclass


Tickets: £10

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CHELMSFORD

Wednesday 29th August


Tickets: £28

Chelmsford CathedralDuke StreetCM1 1EH

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HARPENDEN

Monday 17th September


Tickets: £28

Public HallsSouthdown RoadAL5 1TE

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Our flagship Exhibition range is very important to us. Not only are the wines chosen with passion by our buyers to stand as iconic examples of their style or region, they’re also a symbol of the strong relationships we’ve nurtured with some of the world’s finest winemakers, who collaborate with us on many of the wines. Our buyers often even have a hand in the blending process to make sure they always hit the sweet spots of quality, value and authenticity.

This informal walkaround is your chance to taste 20 of these benchmark wines, from classics like our Exhibition Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Sancerre and Chianti Classico to outstanding examples of regional treasures such as our Exhibition Mendoza Malbec, Exhibition Central Otago Pinot Noir and the recent addition of our Exhibition Napa Valley Zinfandel. There will also be an educational table and the opportunity to try a blind tasting. Don’t miss this special evening representing some of the biggest names in fine wine.

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A hotbed of diversity, great quality and unbeatable value, Chile’s wine scene is one of the world’s most exciting, and this informal walkaround tasting aims to showcase exactly why.

The country has a proven track record with Bordeaux grapes, with bold, cedary Chilean cabernet and merlot attracting international acclaim for over 20 years, and Chile has also adopted carmenère as its signature grape variety, earning a name for voluptuously fruity and rich reds.

But with such varied soils and altitudes and excellent grape-growing conditions, Chile also produces high-quality syrah, grenache and pinot noir as well as cool-climate whites ranging from complex chardonnays to delicate rieslings.

There is something for every wine drinker to be found within Chile – come along and discover a new favourite.

LONDON

Monday 3rd September

From: 6pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £30

Merchant Taylors Hall30 Threadneedle StreetEC2R 8JB

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BIRMINGHAM

Tuesday 4th September

From: 6pm to 8.30pm

Tickets: £28

Macdonald Burlington HotelBurlington Arcade126 New StreetB2 4JQ

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CHILE WALKAROUND



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French wine accounts for half of all the wine we sell but how well do you know France’s many wine regions? Are you a traditionalist and stick to the big names like Champagne and Bordeaux or do you prefer to explore the fruits of the vineyard less travelled?

We’re holding this relaxed and enjoyable tutored tasting at the same time as the peleton is riding in the official Tour de France. Join us and sample French wines from the classic regions like Burgundy, Rhône and the Loire alongside lesser-known gems. As we taste through 10 wines, we’ll aim to bring them to life by answering questions like: what makes Champagne so special? Can you still find good value in Burgundy and Bordeaux? Is the quality of Languedoc and Roussillon wines comparable to the bigger names? You’ll also have the opportunity to discuss your preferences and ask your own questions throughout the night.

We hope you can join us – salut!

HARROGATE

Tuesday 24th July


Tickets: £50

The Sun PavillionCornwall RoadHG1 2PQ

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ABERDEEN

Monday 30th July


Tickets: £50

Aberdeen Douglas Hotel43-45 Market StreetAB11 5EL

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GLASGOW

Tuesday 31st July


Tickets: £50

Trades Hall of GlasgowGlassford StreetG1 1UH

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TUTORED TASTING: TOUR DE FRANCE

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With 67 regions, hundreds of grape varieties and a never-ending range of styles to choose from, it’s a hard job to select just 10 wines for a tasting to represent what Spanish wine is all about. But our Tastings and Events team thrive on a challenge, and look forward to presenting an entertaining evening providing a wonderful insight into both the history and the future of Spanish wine.

With wines such as Rioja, Cava and sherry, this tutored tasting will allow you to try some much-loved favourites, but you’ll also discover some new wines from regions we hope you’ll enjoy getting to know a little better. Join us for an evening exploring what makes Spain one of the world’s most exciting winemaking countries.

CHICHESTER

Tuesday 28th August


Tickets: £50

Chichester Harbour Hotel & SpaNorth StreetPO19 1NH

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NORWICH

Tuesday 18th September


Tickets: £50

Noverre BallroomAssembly HouseTheatre StreetNR2 1RQ

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‘A TASTE OF SPAIN’ TUTORED TASTING

10 SEATED, TUTORED TASTINGS FLAGSHIP EVENTS FEATURING SOME OF THE WORLD’S GREATEST WINES

We are excited to be offering a new programme of educational events at the Institute of Masters of Wine headquarters in Vauxhall. These masterclass events will be led by two of our buyers who have achieved the prestigious Master of Wine qualification, Joanna Locke MW and Sarah Knowles MW.

The aim of these exclusive classes is to reveal the magic of two iconic wine regions in a way that will appeal to both aficionados and those looking to learn more:

Our Port buyer Joanna Locke MW will guide you through the many different guises of this much-loved fortified wine from the Douro Valley, including Late-Bottled Vintage (LBV), Vintage Port and single Quinta expressions.

Champagne buyer Sarah Knowles MW will help us taste through a series of wine flights showcasing this legendary bubbly’s broad range of styles, from big Champagne houses to smaller grower producers, and help you to discover which styles you like best and why.

During these special evenings the buyers will also be delving into our museum bin to select some special mature bottles you won’t want to miss.

LONDON

CHAMPAGNE: Thursday 6th September

PORT: Tuesday 25th September

From: 7pm to 9pm

Tickets: £80

The Institute of Masters of Wine6 Riverlight QuayKirtling StreetSW11 8EA

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MASTER OF WINE MASTERCLASSES: PORT AND CHAMPAGNE

Sarah Knowles MW Joanna Locke MW


This culinary craze shows no sign of losing popularity – and judging by how quickly the tickets to our previous events have

sold out, you can’t get enough of Bottomless Brunches either!

This time you can join us at Camino in London’s Bankside for an all-you-can-eat fiesta plus all the delicious bubbly you can get your hands on.

Before we get properly stuck in, we’ll be holding a pre-brunch masterclass, taking you around the world in sparkling wine, helping you discover and learn about fantastic

fizz from France, Italy, Australia and beyond. Snap up your ticket while you can!

BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH

LONDON

Saturday 1st September

Workshop: 10.30am to 11.30amBrunch: 11.30am to 1.30pm

Tickets: £50

CaminoBankside

Canvey StreetSE1 9AN

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GENERATION WINE

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English sparkling wine has firmly earned its place on the map and Nyetimber in West Sussex has become one of the best-loved examples.

Join us at the iconic London seafood restaurant Bentley’s for a spectacular showcase of Nyetimber’s wines, with a range being served to complement the delicious meal.

Alongside an unforgettable feast of fresh seafood you’ll be enjoying Nyetimber’s Classic Cuvée, Blanc de Blancs 2007, Rosé, Demi-Sec, and our England buyer Freddy Bulmer will be bringing along some very special magnums of older vintages for you to taste.

As well as representatives from Nyetimber, he’ll be on hand all evening to talk you through the wines and answer your questions.

Grab your ticket while you can.

LONDON

Wednesday 25th July

From: 7pm to 10.30pm

Tickets: £160

Bentley’s Oyster Bar and GrillSwallow StreetW1B 4DG

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AN EVENING WITH NYETIMBER AT BENTLEY’S

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The charismatic Chester Osborn has a personality as colourful and vibrant as his taste in shirts, and he’s also the supremely talented chief winemaker at his family’s beloved d’Arenberg, one of Australia’s oldest and most significant wine estates, founded by his great-grandfather in 1912.

At this unforgettable evening, he’ll be joining us for dinner at the trend-setting, wine-centric Sager + Wilde restaurant on London’s Paradise Row. Alongside a four-course meal of delicious modern European cuisine we’ll of course be enjoying a special selection of d’Arenberg wines. Chester will talk us through the wines with his usual flair, with bottles being poured on the night including the Coppermine Road Cabernet Sauvignon 2005, the much-loved Hermit Crab Masanne-Viognier and the flagship Dead Arm shiraz.

Book your ticket fast – you don’t want to miss this.

LONDON

Friday 27th July

Aperitif: 7pm to 7.30pmDinner: 7.30pm to c10.30pm

Tickets: £100 (limit of 2 per member)

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D’ARENBERG DINNER WITH CHESTER OSBORN

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What better time than the last hurrah of an English summer to enjoy a tour of one of the country’s oldest and best-loved wineries?

To celebrate 25 years of association between The Wine Society and Three Choirs we’re off to the heart of the English countryside where the three counties of Herefordshire, Gloucestershire and Worcestershire converge. Here we’ll meet with the talented Three Choirs winemaking team and enjoy a tour of the vineyard and state-of-the-art winery.

After this we’ll be tucking into a long lunch at their contemporary bistro, and of course this will be served alongside a delicious selection of Three Choirs’ award-winning wines. This is the perfect opportunity to see first-hand what makes Three Choirs one of the leading producers of English wine and taste for yourself why we chose them to make our Society’s English White.

Join us as we see out the summer in style. There are even Vineyard View rooms available if you’d like to stay the night (visit three-choirs-vineyards.co.uk to book rooms separately).

GLOUCESTERSHIRE

Friday 24th August

From: 11.30am to c3.30pm

Tickets: £60

Three Choirs VineyardNewentGL18 1LS

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TOUR, TASTING AND LUNCH AT THREE CHOIRS VINEYARD

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Charcuterie, cheese and wine are, for many, three of life’s greatest pleasures – and even better when enjoyed together. Some might even say that it is these, rather than love or the sun’s gravitational pull, which make the world go round.

Celebrating this philosophy, the Tastings and Events team is hosting an informal walkaround tasting showcasing a dozen of our top wine picks for summer sipping. Sparkling wines, crisp whites, juicy rosés as well as tasty, barbecue-friendly reds will all be on offer to get you in the mood for sunny days. Once you’ve tasted the wines, you’ll be invited to pour a glass of your favourite and sit down to an indoor picnic consisting of a delicious selection of meats and cheeses. Join us on this relaxed Saturday morning tasting – the perfect way to kick-start your weekend!

STEVENAGE

Saturday 7th July

From: 11.30am to c2pm

Tickets: £50

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PICNIC LUNCH

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BASTILLE DAY DINNER

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Commemorate Bastille Day a day early with this dinner that will celebrate all things Gallic (with the help of a touch of garlic, of course).

We will be bringing France to Stevenage with a specially prepared French menu served alongside carefully chosen wine pairings which we hope will add a little ‘je ne sais quoi’ to this fun soirée. With almost half the wines in our List coming from France, we’ve certainly got plenty to choose from, so we’re taking things to a new level and trying to find some special French food and wine combinations you may not have tried before.

Come and join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating all things Français – fun guaranteed, berets optional.

STEVENAGE

Friday 13th July


Tickets: £80


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A warm welcome awaits you in The Cellar Showroom before we embark on a walking tour of the cellars, learning about the 144-year history of The Society. This includes our eco-friendly fourth warehouse, which alone holds more than two million bottles of wine. Back in The Showroom a cool glass of fizz can be enjoyed before lunch.

After the tour we’ll be enjoying a four-course lunch, freshly prepared with seasonal ingredients, accompanied by a tasting of five wines, all specifically chosen to complement the menu. At the end of lunch a member of our Tastings team will give a short talk on the wines and, just for fun, take a vote to discover the favourite wine of the day.

In a nutshell, more than your average lunch.

STEVENAGE

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Thursday 27th September

Optional Tour: 12pm to 12.30pmAperitif: 12.30pm to 1pmLunch: 1pm to c3pm

Tickets: £55

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Sample menu from a recent lunch:

STARTER Pan-fried sea bream fillet with Mediterranean vegetable ratatouille and basil oil

MAIN COURSE Pan-seared chicken supreme with blue cheese polenta, roasted plum tomatoes and wild mushroom sauce

CHEESE Selection of cheeses with crackers

DESSERT Raspberry, white chocolate and pistachio profiteroles

LUNCH AT THE WINE SOCIETY


Summer getaways to the coast give us a chance to enjoy delectable fresh seafood dishes, and there’s a special joy in finding a zesty white to accompany a plate of freshly caught fish. While Stevenage isn’t exactly near the sea, we hope to capture some of the seaside’s pure and revitalising powers at our summer seafood and wine pairing lunch.

It’s natural to reach straight for white varieties such as sauvignon blanc, riesling and chardonnay (and we’ll be exploring some of these, of course), but we also want to show that you can find interesting and exciting alternative seafood matches in lighter reds like pinot noir, or even sparkling wines.

Join us for a fun lunch of lip-smacking seafood- and-wine combinations.

STEVENAGE

Saturday 4th August

Aperitif: 12.30pm to 1.30pmLunch: 1pm to c3pm

Tickets: £60


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It’s a marriage made in heaven: the mouthwatering combination of delicious wine and crumbly, creamy or gooey cheese.

In this relaxed Saturday morning workshop, Tastings and Events co-ordinator Emma Briffett (our resident cheese and wine superfan) will be guiding members and their guests through a selection of nine wines, each served with the tasty cheese that we believe is its perfect partner. Learn what makes cheese such a natural match for wine as you taste a series of classic combinations as well as some more left-field duos. Book your tickets fast – it’s going to be Brie-liant…!

CHEESE AND WINE MATCHING WORKSHOP

STEVENAGE

Saturday 18th August

From: 11am to 1pm

Tickets: £55


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In the third instalment of our ‘Meet the Buyer’ lunches, the guest of honour will be Tim Sykes, our buyer for Bordeaux, Beaujolais and sherry.

At this relaxed and enjoyable lunch, you’ll hear about how Tim, a qualified solicitor, changed industries and forged a career in the wine trade as you enjoy a delightful four-course lunch.

Of course, throughout the afternoon we will be drinking some of Tim’s favourite wines, and hearing what makes the regions he buys for so special to him.

Join us for an insightful afternoon of great wine and warm conversation.

STEVENAGE

Friday 31st August

Aperitif: 12.30pm to 1pmLunch: 1pm to c3pm

Tickets: £60


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We all know the saying that wine gets better with age but is this always true? And if so, why?

In this informative and entertaining workshop, Tastings and Events manager Tim Schwilk will look at how wines develop over time through a series of comparative tastings between new releases and older vintages of a selection of wines including riesling, chardonnay, shiraz and cabernet.

Why does the taste of a wine change over time? How can you decide whether a wine is ready to drink or how much longer it should be kept in the rack? What should fans of mature wine that don’t have a cellar do about storing their older wines? Find out the answers to all these questions and more at this fun, educational event which we hope will give you the confidence to explore older vintages more often.

STEVENAGE

Saturday 15th September

From: 11am to 1pm

Tickets: £50


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WINE CONFIDENCE: HOW DO WINES AGE?

Loved by many but avoided by others, chardonnay is arguably one of the world’s most misunderstood grape varieties. Australia did it no favours with poorly oaked exports in the 1990s, and as France’s wine labels promote place over grape, there are still many who don’t realise that some of their favourite wines are made with this variety.

The truth is, with its chameleon-like nature and ability to take on character and flavours from terroir and winemaking techniques, chardonnay has the ability to create truly diverse styles, making it many winemakers’ preferred grape.

Join Tastings and Events co-ordinator Anna Spooner for a fun workshop exploring how chardonnay can (and should!) taste. We’ll try eight different styles of chardonnay, including a blanc de blancs Champagne, classic crisp Chablis, new world wonders and buttery food-friendly versions. Even chardon-naysayers might just be converted…

STEVENAGE

Saturday 22nd September

From: 11am to 1pm

Tickets: £50


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GUIDE TO OUR EVENTS

Whether you’re a regular attendee or a first-timer,

we hope this guide will help you enjoy your next Wine

Society tasting or event.

Can I bring guests?

Of course! Members are encouraged to purchase tickets for family and friends to introduce them to The Wine Society and its wines.

Is there disabled access?

Disabled access is available at all of our Stevenage events. For all other tastings, if you require any special assistance please contact the Tastings and Events team so we can let you know about the access arrangements at the venue.

I can’t make it – can I get a refund?

For dinners, 14 days’ notice is required for a refund, and for all other events we need seven days’ notice. Full terms and conditions are available on The Society’s website.

Things to avoid…

Smoking or the use of e-cigarettes is not allowed at any event. You might also find strong perfumes or aftershaves distort your tasting experience, so we advise against wearing them, and of course driving is discouraged so you can relax and enjoy the wines.

Can I contact you directly?

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Member Services on 01438 741177 or the Tastings and Events Team directly by emailing [email protected]

Which wines will we taste?

A preliminary list of wines (and menus) will be emailed to members who have purchased tickets. A finalised list, including tasting notes, will be available online seven days before the tasting.

What about dietary requirements and seating plan requests?

If you’d like to sit with any other members/groups other than those in your own booking, or if you have any dietary requests, just let us know and we’ll be happy to help.

What time should I arrive?

For our themed walkaround and regional grower tastings you can come and go as you please throughout the duration of the event. For meals, workshops and tutored tastings it’s best to arrive for the advertised start time.

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