BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Circle of Wine Writers - ECPv6.3.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Circle of Wine Writers X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Circle of Wine Writers REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20180325T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20181028T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20190331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20191027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190708T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190708T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190611T182739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190611T182739Z UID:38485-1562607000-1562617800@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Circle Summer Party DESCRIPTION:All members and trade are invited to join us at the Summer Party with wines generously served by our sponsors for the evening\, Louis Latour Agencies. \nThe evening will be taking place at the delightful offices of Farr Vintners\, with an enviable river-front location in Battersea\, all is set for a successful summer soirée. \n  URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/circle-summer-party/ LOCATION:Farr Vintners\, Commodore House\, Battersea Reach\, Juniper Drive\, Battersea\, London\, SW18 1TW ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/CWWlogoCOE.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Circle of Wine Writers":MAILTO:administrator@circleofwinewriters.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190617T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190617T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190220T100257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190220T100917Z UID:37206-1560769200-1560776400@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:CWW - Cru La Livinière Seminar DESCRIPTION:Come along to this seminar which will be a showcase of the best wines from an annual selection of the top 9 Cru La Livinière wines. \n2019 marks the 20th anniversary for this southern France appellation\, lost in the backcountry of the Languedoc\, halfway between Toulouse and Montpellier. The very stony soil and the hot\, dry climate of the terroir – with barely 400 to 500 mm of rain per year – set the tone for these powerful and velvety wines. The trio syrah-grenache-mourvèdre forms the backbone (there must be a minimum of 60% of these three varieties in total). Nowadays\, syrah has taken the upper hand\, and represents\, along with grenache and Carignan\, 90% of the grape varieties grown in this cru. Forty two winemakers are included in the Cru La Livinière today in a delimited area of 2700 hectares of classified vines\, of which 350 hectares are in production. \nThe wines featured retail in the UK. \nCost: £10 per member (£15 for AWE members\, £20 for Friends & guests) \nBook your place with Andrea via administrator@circleofwinewriters.org. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/cww-cru-la-liviniere-seminar/ LOCATION:The Naval Club\, 38 Hill Street\, London\, W1J 5NS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/CWWlogoCOE.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Circle of Wine Writers":MAILTO:administrator@circleofwinewriters.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190612T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190612T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190415T111608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190415T111608Z UID:37783-1560337200-1560351600@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:ALBARIÑO & (NEW) GODELLO - TWO VARIETIES\, ONE ATLANTIC INFLUENCE DESCRIPTION:Paula Fandino\, Winemaker at Mar de Frades\, DO Rias Baixas \nPresents…. \nAlbariño & (new) Godello – Two Varieties\, One Atlantic Influence \nIntroducing the first single-varietal Godello from Rias Baixas… \n          Wednesday 12th June 2019 \n11am Masterclass Tasting\, followed by lunch \nFull details to follow  URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/albarino-new-godello-two-varieties-one-atlantic-influence/ LOCATION:TBA ORGANIZER;CN="Emma Wellings PR":MAILTO:emma@ew-pr.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190606T143000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190606T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190509T134443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190509T134443Z UID:38117-1559831400-1559844000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:The Toast of Madeira DESCRIPTION:After a gap of two years\, the Madeira London Tasting is back – this time at the impressive Portuguese Embassy in Belgrave Square on Thursday June 6th\, hosted by the Madeira Wine Institute and open to press\, members of the wine trade\, sommeliers and restaurateurs \nThe generic event will feature wines from six of the top Madeira producers –  Barbeito\, Blandy’s\,  JMBorge\,  Justino’s  and Pereira de Oliveira – in an informal ‘walk round’ setting. There will be the opportunity to taste\, discuss and compare & contrast the various styles of this well-known but little understood wine region\, perhaps one of the wine trade’s best kept secrets……. \nIn addition\, the Institute’s Tasting Director Rubina Vieira will present a special seated one-hour Masterclass for enthusiasts on ‘Madeira – the winemakers’ signature’ from 2.30 and featuring rare wines from the producers’ own cellars. Places for this will be limited and offered on a first come\, first served basis. \nOwing to Embassy security\, entry to the Madeira London tasting is by ticket only.  To apply for free tickets\, please contact Fiona Campbell (fionaccampbell@btopenworld.com.) or on 07836 595131. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/the-toast-of-madeira/ LOCATION:Portuguese Embassy\, 11\, Belgrave Square\, London\, SW1X 8PP ORGANIZER;CN="Fiona Campbell":MAILTO:fionaccampbell@btopenworld.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190524T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190524T000000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190408T162133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190408T162133Z UID:37695-1558656000-1558656000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:CWW - 2019 AGM DESCRIPTION:Members are invited to attend the 59th CWW AGM – find out about recent activities and plans for the future.  There will also be voting on new committee members.  Please let us know if you would like to put yourself forward to be part of the team.  After the proceedings enjoy a glass of something sparkling with compliments of our hosts Moët Hennessy and mix with your fellow members.  We look forward to welcoming you.  [timing to be confirmed] URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/cww-2019-agm/ LOCATION:MH UK HQ\, 12-18 Grosvenor Gardens\, Belgravia\, London\, SW1W 0DH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/CWWlogoCOE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190520T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190408T162345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190408T162345Z UID:37697-1558348200-1558353600@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:CWW - South African Chardonnay masterclass at LWF DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/cww-south-african-chardonnay-masterclass-at-lwf/ LOCATION:Olympia London\, Olympia London\, London\, W14 8UX\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/CWWWOSA-e1554468093697.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190516T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190516T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190219T160747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T160747Z UID:37192-1558000800-1558026000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Canada Trade Tasting DESCRIPTION:Please note that Canada Trade Tasting is back on May 16th \nTo RSVP please get in touch or follow the link here:\nhttps://www.canadatasting.co.uk/events/canada-trade-tasting-2019/form \nPhoto ID required URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/canada-trade-tasting/ LOCATION:Canada House\, Trafalgar Square\, London\, SW1Y 5BJ\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Canada.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Westbury Communications Ltd":MAILTO:anny@westburycom.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190515T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190515T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190425T132415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T132415Z UID:37848-1557914400-1557943200@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:New Faces: New York Tasting DESCRIPTION:Our speakers… \nJamie Goode (wineanorak.com) with Dan Belmont (Bedales) will be leading a masterclass on the History and Geology of New York State from 12:00 – 13:30. \nOur special guest\, Pascaline Lepeltier MS of Racines NYC\, will be hosting a masterclass on New York Wines through the lens of Vitis labrusca\, second generation hybrids and Vitis vinifera from 15:00 – 16:30. \nThe tasting will be with the particular aim of showing promising wineries that are seeking representation\, but we will also show all of the wines currently in the UK market. \n  URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/new-faces-new-york-tasting/ LOCATION:NOHO Showrooms\, Fitzovia\, London\, W1W 7PT ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/NewFacesNewYorkcrop.png ORGANIZER;CN="Westbury Communications Ltd":MAILTO:anny@westburycom.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190502T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190321T143746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190329T102954Z UID:37455-1556794800-1556816400@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:The Big G: Wines of Germany Trade Tasting DESCRIPTION:The Wines of Germany trade tasting returns once again on the 2nd May 2019 at the iconic Somerset House. This year we are celebrating everything Germany\, with a particular focus on German wines in the UK. \nWe’ll have importers and producers too\, with all that German vineyards have to offer. Look out for special focus areas on Sekt\, low-intervention wines and the award-winning 31 Days. \nClick here to access the registration form: \n***The Big G is open to registrations from the wine trade only. Please note that identification may be required to register*** URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/the-big-g-wines-of-germany-trade-tasting/ LOCATION:Somerset House\, The Portico Rooms\, South Building\, Strand\, London\, WC2R 1LA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/TheBigGwinesofGermany-e1553855280420.png ORGANIZER;CN="Phipps PR":MAILTO:Rebecca.wallis@thisisphipps.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190410T170000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190410T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190321T141331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190321T141331Z UID:37452-1554915600-1554933600@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:WINE X ART event with Swiss Wines DESCRIPTION:We’re so excited to launch this initiative in London. We believe wine is an art\, so in 2018 a challenge was issued to Swiss artists – graphic designers\, painters\, photographers\, students and amateurs – to devise concepts for wine bottle labels. These designs will be launched on the evening\, with both artists and winemakers present. \nThe goal for the artists was to represent the grape varieties of the Valais in artistic terms\, many of which are indigenous to the area. They include Fendant (Chasselas)\, Petite Arvine\, Heida (aka Païen or Savagnin Blanc)\, Cornalin\, Humagne Rouge\, Syrah and Pinot Noir. The wines will be available to purchase in the UK later this year. \nThe following wines will be shown: \n• PROVINS VALAIS\no Heida Chapitre\, les Domaines\no Petite Arvine\, Maître de Chais\no Humagne rouge\, Maître de Chais\n• DOMAINE JEAN-RENÉ GERMANIER\no Johannisberg\, Chamoson Grand Cru 2017\no Dôle Balavaud\, Vétroz Grand Cru 2017\no CAYAS\, Syrah Réserve 2016\n• DOMAINE DES MUSES\no Heida “Tradition” 2017\no Cornalin “Tradition” 2016\no Syrah “Réserve” 2016\n• DOMAINE THIERRY CONSTANTIN\no Fendant 2018\no Petite Arvine 2017\no Cornalin 2015 \nPlease contact Cristina Rasmussen for more details\, and please do extend it to friends and colleagues both those in the wine trade\, as well as wine interested friends. The event will be a casual format\, with wine to taste\, nibbles to be enjoyed and a DJ set by APEXAPE! \nPlease feel free to join any time between 5pm and 10pm. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/wine-x-art-event-with-swiss-wines/ LOCATION:Wringer + Mangle\, 13-18 Sidworth Street\, London\, E8 3SD ORGANIZER;CN="Westbury Communications Ltd":MAILTO:anny@westburycom.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190326T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190326T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190219T163426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T163615Z UID:37203-1553621400-1553628600@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Circle Mixer #2 DESCRIPTION:This is an informal evening giving members\, and our Friends\, the opportunity to meet up early evening for a quick drink and a catch up. A reminder that guests are asked to pay for their own drinks. \nDo let us know if you wish to come along and email administrator@circleofwinewriters.org as we need to keep an eye on numbers. \nThe Club does have a dress code\, although not too strict\, asking members and guests to dress smartly. \nUpon arrival please mention you are guests of either Colin\, Kathy or Sumi. \nIt will be great to see you. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/circle-mixer-2/ LOCATION:China Exchange\, 32A Gerrard Street\, London\, W1D 6JA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Social-media-circle-logo-e1550594141937.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190314T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190219T162542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T162700Z UID:37198-1552561200-1552568400@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:CWW Chakana Seminar DESCRIPTION:The first Circle seminar for 2019 – featuring the Biodynamic\, Organic and Natural Wines in Argentina made by Chakana. \nSmaller producers represent the most dynamic and innovative segment of the current wine scene in Argentina as they discover new terroirs and unusual varieties and take an original approach to winemaking. Organic\, biodynamic and natural winemaking create a path to a more diverse and sustainable wine industry\, one which Chakana is fully committed to. The winery produces a full range of wines from their own organically-managed vineyards and experiments with minimum intervention in the winery. \nJuan Pelizzati is the founder and owner of Chakana. He will be presenting 8 of the latest vintages from the winery’s range of natural\, organic\, biodynamic and single vineyard wines. \nCost: £10 per member (£15 for AWE members\, £20 for Friends & guests) \nBook your place with Andrea via administrator@circleofwinewriters.org. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/biodynamic-organic-natural-wines-in-argentina-chakana/ LOCATION:The Naval Club\, 38 Hill Street\, London\, W1J 5NS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Chakanamarch-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Circle of Wine Writers":MAILTO:administrator@circleofwinewriters.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190305 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190308 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181030T154546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T154546Z UID:25994-1551744000-1552003199@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Climate Change Leadership Porto - Solutions for the Wine Industry DESCRIPTION:Vice President Al Gore\, Keynote Speaker \nFollowing the July 6\, 2018 launch of the Porto Protocol by President Barack Obama\, US Vice-President and Nobel Laureate Al Gore will address the wine industry and its supporters March 5-7\, 2019 at Portugal’s Alfandega Conference Centre in Porto of the challenges the wine world faces due to climate change during the Climate Change Leadership Porto – Solutions for the Wine Industry conference (CCL-Porto19). \nInternationally renowned presenters Miguel Torres\, Cristina Mariani-May\, Prof. Roger Boulton of UC-Davis\, António Amorim\, climatologist Dr. Greg Jones\, grapevine geneticist Dr. José Vouillamoz\,  Fetzer Vineyards COO Cindy DeVries\, Àlvaro Gonzalez of Concha y Toro\, Bollinger’s Gilles Descôtes\, Gerard Bertrand\, Pierre Corvisier of JF Hillebrand\, South African water specialist Heinrich Schloms\, Spain’s Jaume Gramona\,  Britain’s Richard Halstead and Linda Johnson-Bell amongst many others will share their studies\, practical experiences\, and strategies in mitigating the effects of climate change. \nWith US Vice-President and Nobel Laureate Al Gore its keynote speaker\, CCL-Porto19 creates an international platform for the wine industry to mitigate the impacts of a changing climate enabling all sectors of the wine industry and its supporters to cooperate in developing a safe and sustainable future. \n“The Climate Change Leadership conference will share real experiences and provide effective solutions of real examples of what companies are doing to mitigate climate change\,” said Adrian Bridge\, CEO of Taylor’s Port\, the main organizer of the event. “By sharing our successes and experiences\, we will all benefit. The Porto Protocol commits its participants to adopt and promote concrete actions reducing the impact of climate change\, and welcomes the participation of institutions\, companies and individuals from all areas.” \nCCL-Porto19 will also feature an extensive Trade Show Area at the Alfandega Conference Centre where sponsors and exhibitors display their products\, services\, and initiatives pertaining to climate change to the approximately 700 delegates from over 50 countries coming to Portugal. \nFor conference information and registration please visit www.climatechange-porto.com. \nMore information about the Porto Protocol and membership is at www.portoprotocol.com. \nDavid Furer\, Host / Co-Organizer  \nCCL-PORTO19 \n  URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/climate-change-leadership-porto-solutions-for-the-wine-industry/ LOCATION:Alfandega Conference Centre\, Rua Nova Da Alfândega\, Porto\, 4050-430\, Portugal ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/calendarofeventsclimatechangeleadership.png ORGANIZER;CN="David Furer%2C Host / Co-Organizer":MAILTO:rerufd@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190225T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181205T155826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T133437Z UID:26344-1551088800-1551286800@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Famille Helfrich Portfolio Tasting DESCRIPTION:Famille Helfrich Portfolio Tasting – wines for the on-trade & independents by Les Grands Chais de France \n\nThe inaugural portfolio trade tasting by Famille Helfrich\, the premium on-trade and independents arm of Les Grands Chais de France.\nOver 300 wines from their 45+ premium French domaines and new properties in Spain\, Germany\, Hungary and the New World covering the entire spectrum of styles\, destined exclusively for the on-trade and independent merchant channels.\nA day dedicated to sommeliers & restaurateurs on Wednesday 27th February\nSpecialist sections will include; crémant\, vegetarian\, vegan and organic wines\, O% abv and PET.\nA culinary demonstration by Calvet brand ambassador and local Michelin starred chef\, Glynn Purnell\, to celebrate the launch of the new Calvet range created for the on-trade and independents\nA round-table discussion on Crémant in association with The Wine Merchant\n\nAll GCF’s regional winemakers will be on hand to share their expert knowledge \nTo register please contact:\nTrade: Chris Davies\, Sales Director for On-trade & Independents at Famille Helfrich on cdavies@lgcf.fror +44 (0)7789 0008540\nPress: Emma Roberts Director at Eviva Communications on emma@eviva.co.ukor +44 (0)7931 578117 URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/famille-helfrich-portfolio-tasting/ LOCATION:Warwickshire Suite\, Edgbaston Stadium\,\, Edgbaston Road\, Birmingham\, B5 7QU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/FamilleHelfrich2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190206T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190206T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181211T151203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T151324Z UID:26450-1549450800-1549476000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Davy’s Wine Merchants Portfolio Tasting 2019 DESCRIPTION:Taste from 250 + wines on show\, 70% exclusive to Davy’s\, all available retail and to the on-trade\nMeet 5 new producers\nDiscover 3 focused free-pour collections:\n\nSmall is Beautiful – wines made in tiny quantities and rare parcels from the cellar\, exclusive to Davy’s \nThe Indie Top 20 \nBy the Glass Top 10 \nPlus… \nMasterclasses on Beaujolais from legendary winemaker Jean-Paul Brun\, and the art of blending in Tawny Port by rising-star\, Quinta da Silveira\, which will include cask samples spanning 3 centuries! URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/davys-wine-merchants-portfolio-tasting-2019/ LOCATION:Royal Overseas League\, Park Place\, St James's\, London\, SW1A 1LR ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Davys.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Accent Communications":MAILTO:sarah@accentcommunications END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190131T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190131T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190122T100526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T100526Z UID:30063-1548930600-1548954000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Louis Latour Agencies Annual Trade Tasting DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 2019 annual trade tasting to learn more about our range of wines\, champagnes and cognacs.\nTaste products from across our entire range and meet:\n• Louis-Fabrice Latour\, Maison Louis Latour\n• Jean-Philippe Archambaud\, Simonnet-Febvre\n• Laurent Chevalier\, Henry Fessy\n• Bertrand Verduzier\, Champagne Gosset & Cognac Frapin\n• Damien D’Ovidio\, Vidal-Fleury\n• Jgor Marini\, Castello Banfi\n• Cristian Urzua\, Viu Manent\n• Adrian Atkinson\, Wakefield Wines\n• Leah Seresin\, Seresin Estate \nDelicious refreshments will once again be provided by Manna Eating. \nMasterclass: 11am – 12 noon \nA Tuscan Experience with Castello Banfi\nA virtual journey through Banfi’s Tuscan vineyards celebrating their achievements from Montalcino\, to Chianti\, to the Tuscan coast. The wines will be paired with produce from Banfi Estate and other local foods. \nBooking Essential. Contact emma.alsos@louislatour.co.uk \nEvent Details\nThursday 31st January\n10.30am until 5pm\nOXO2\, Level Two OXO Tower Wharf\,\nBargehouse Street\, London\, SE1 9PH.\nPlease RSVP before Friday 25th January to:\nTrade: emma.alsos@louislatour.co.uk\nMedia: info@limmpr.com URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/louis-latour-agencies-annual-trade-tasting/ LOCATION:OXO2\, OXO2\, OXO Tower Wharf\, Bargehouse Street\,\, London\, SE1 9PH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/LouisLatourAgencies-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Louis Latour Agencies":MAILTO:marketing@louislatour.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190130T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181211T144221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T144221Z UID:26439-1548853200-1548867600@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Australia Trade Tasting – Dublin DESCRIPTION:The Australia Trade Tasting returns to Dublin on 30 January. This annual event has become the biggest\, brightest and most diverse showcase of Australian wine in Ireland. \nTrade and media are invited to explore Australia’s exciting and diverse styles of wine\, from classic to contemporary\, rogue to the refined. Some of the wineries may be familiar names\, others will be new discoveries that are not yet in market and seeking distribution. This is also your opportunity to meet the people behind the wines. A number of winemakers and winery owners will be coming over from Australia to pour their wines and share their stories. \n\nMore than 250 wines\nMaster class on alternative varieties in the McLaren Vale\nWomen in Wine focus table\, featuring iconic producers and emerging stars\nFirst-time exhibitors at Dublin ATT include Patritti\, Kirrihill Wines and Silkman Wines\n\nMore details and registration: https://www.wineaustralia.com/whats-happening/events/australia-trade-tastings-2019/attend URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/australia-trade-tasting-dublin/ LOCATION:The Round Room\, The Mansion House\, 2 Dawson Street\, Dublin\, D02 AF30 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/WineAustralia.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190128T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190128T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181211T143521Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T143721Z UID:26436-1548680400-1548698400@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Australia Trade Tasting – Edinburgh DESCRIPTION:The Australia Trade Tasting returns to Edinburgh on 28 January. This annual event has become the biggest\, brightest and most diverse showcase of Australian wine in Scotland. \nTrade and media are invited to explore Australia’s exciting and diverse styles of wine\, from classic to contemporary\, rogue to the refined. Some of the wineries may be familiar names\, others will be new discoveries that are not yet in market and seeking distribution. This is also your opportunity to meet the people behind the wines. A number of winemakers and winery owners will be coming over from Australia to pour their wines and share their stories. \n\nMore than 300 wines\nMaster class on alternative varieties in the McLaren Vale\nWomen in Wine focus table\, featuring iconic producers and emerging stars\nFirst-time exhibitors at Edinburgh ATT include Kirrihill Wines\, Soul Growers and Silkman Wines\n\nMore details and registration: https://www.wineaustralia.com/whats-happening/events/australia-trade-tastings-2019/attend \n  URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/australia-trade-tasting-edinburgh/ LOCATION:The Balmoral Hotel\, Princes Street\, Edinburgh\, EH2 2EQ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/WineAustralia.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Wine Australia":MAILTO:Emma.Baumann@wineaustralia.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190128T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190129T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20190111T111057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190111T111057Z UID:27181-1548669600-1548784800@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Hallgarten & Novum Wines Annual Tasting DESCRIPTION:Monday 28th & Tuesday 29th January 2019 \nNEW!                   Press Hour                    10am to 11am (main tasting 11am to 6pm) on both days \nNEW!                   Venue                            One Marylebone\, 1 Marylebone Road\, London NW1 4AQ \nNEW!                   Kerb\, Street Food        Lunch available between 12.30 and 3pm \nNEW!                   Producers                     including Jim Barry\, Tenuta Perano\, Lake Chalice \nOne-To-One Interviews / Tastings? \nLet me know if you would like to book time with…. \nØ Hallgarten Buyers\, Steve Daniel or Beverley Tabbron MW \nØ Visiting Winemakers / Winery Owners\, including: \nv Bob Berton                           Berton Vineyards\, Australia \nv Matias Riccitelli                   Matias Riccitelli\, Argentina \nv Marcos Fernandez             Doña Paula\, Argentina \nv Roberto Echeverria           Viña Echeverria\, Chile \nv Maxime Bourret                 Château de Tracy\, Loire \nv Dermot Sugrue                   Wiston Estate (Goring & Sugrue) \nv Jean-Paul Hebrart              Champagne Hebrart \nv Samantha O’Keefe             Lismore Estate Vineyards \nPlus\, winemakers / owners from… \nCarpineto l Castello Vicchiomaggio l Cevico l Château de Campuget  l Château de Cîteaux l Château Lestrille l Chéreau Carré l Domaine Antoine Olivier l Domaine de la Rossignole l Domaine de la Solitude l Domaine de la Ville Rouge l Domaine Minchin  l Domaine Nadine Ferrand l Frescobaldi\, Tenuta Perano l Hiruzta Txakoli Winery  l Idaia Winery l Jean Goulley l Kozlovic Winery l Kyperounda Winery l Lake Chalice l Olivier Ravier  l  Pazo das Tapias l Península Vinicultores l Philippe Bouzereau l Rabl l Sacchetto l San Silvestro/Costa di Bussia \nAnd all wines from all your Hallgarten regulars including Kayra (Turkey)\, Frescobaldi (Italy)\, Saint Clair (New Zealand)\, Larry Cherubino (Australia)\, Perez Cruz (Chile)\, Champagne Moutard\, Château Ksara (Lebanon)\, San Marzano (Italy)\, Feudi di San Gregorio (Italy) etc. etc. etc. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/hallgarten-novum-wines-annual-tasting/ LOCATION:One Marylebone\, 1 Marylebone Road\, London\, NW1 4AQ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/HallgartenNovumWines.jpgJan19.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Emma Wellings PR":MAILTO:emma@ew-pr.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190122T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190122T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181211T142832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T142949Z UID:26427-1548154800-1548180000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Australia Trade Tasting - London DESCRIPTION:The Australia Trade Tasting returns to London on 22 January. This annual event has become the biggest\, brightest and most diverse showcase of Australian wine in Europe. \nTrade and media are invited to explore Australia’s exciting and diverse styles of wine\, from classic to contemporary\, rogue to the refined. Some of the wineries may be familiar names\, others will be new discoveries that are not yet in market and seeking distribution. This is also your opportunity to meet the people behind the wines. A number of winemakers and winery owners will be coming over from Australia to pour their wines and share their stories. \n\nMore than 1000 wines\nMaster classes on alternative varieties in the McLaren Vale and Australian sparkling wine by Ed Carr\nSeminar by The Australian Wine Research Institute\nAroma Wall – large\, interactive and on show in Europe for the first time!\nWomen in Wine focus table\, featuring iconic producers and emerging stars\nGlobal launch of new education programme Australian Wine Discovered\nProducers in market as well as those seeking distribution\nFirst-time exhibitors include Barristers Block\, Gilbert Family Wines\, Kirrihill Wines\, Levantine Hill\, Patritti and Soul Growers\nAussie pop-up café by Brickwood Coffee & Bread\n\nMore details and registration: https://www.wineaustralia.com/whats-happening/events/australia-trade-tastings-2019/attend URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/australia-trade-tasting-london/ LOCATION:B1\, Southampton Road\, London\, WC1B 4DA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/WineAustralia.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Wine Australia":MAILTO:Emma.Baumann@wineaustralia.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190117T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190117T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181212T140134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T140134Z UID:26468-1547740800-1547749800@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Book Launch - The Chinese Wine Renaissance DESCRIPTION:Janet Z Wang’s new book on Chinese wines is being released and Janet would like to invite members to the book launch. Held on 17th January from 4 till 6.30pm at 67 Pall Mall\, the launch will also include a tasting of premium Chinese wines.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA selection of wines will be showcased from several regions that are representative of current Chinese winemaking at the top level.\n\n\n\nMembers can RSVP with Diana Colbert via email diana@colmac-pr.co.uk URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/book-launch-the-chinese-wine-renaissance/ LOCATION:China Exchange\, 32A Gerrard Street\, London\, W1D 6JA ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Screen-Shot-2018-12-07-at-10.34.54.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Colbert":MAILTO:diana@colmac-pr.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190116T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190116T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181211T152714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T132351Z UID:26454-1547632800-1547658000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:New Zealand Wines 200th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Trade Tasting DESCRIPTION:Did you know New Zealand is celebrating 200 years since the first vines were planted in New Zealand soil? Yorkshireman and Christian missionary Samuel Marsden first planted vines in Northland in September 1819 although we don’t know if he ever made wine. Charles Darwin noted that grapes were among the fruits flourishing under Maori care in the Bay of Islands when he sailed through on his world tour in 1835. He was less complimentary about one of the local towns\, Russell\, calling it ‘the hellhole of the Pacific’.  It’s one of the nicest hell holes you could ever wish to visit today. \nDon’t forget to come and help us celebrate our 200th anniversary at our annual trade tasting. \nRSVP:  https://www.nzwine.com/en/events/ukeurope/upcoming-events/flavours-of-new-zealand-london-trade-2019/ URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/new-zealand-wines-200th-anniversary-celebration-and-annual-trade-tasting/ LOCATION:Etc Venues\, County Hall\, Belvedere Road\, London\, SE1 7PB ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/NZwine-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Winegrowers":MAILTO:sarahs@nzwine.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20190114T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20190114T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181211T150137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T150249Z UID:26442-1547474400-1547496000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Doctor Wine - The Essential Guide to Italian Wine DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/doctor-wine-the-essential-guide-to-italian-wine/ LOCATION:Le Meridian Hotel\, Piccadilly\, London\, W1J 0BH ORGANIZER;CN="Marie-Claire de Sachy":MAILTO:MARE-CLAIRE@DESACHY.CO.UK END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181203T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181203T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181109T163715Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181115T210330Z UID:26140-1543861800-1543869000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Circle Christmas Party DESCRIPTION:Circle members and Friends are invited to attend this popular annual event and taste the wines from our sponsor Utiel-Requena from Valencia. Tickets are £15 for members and Friends\, £10 per guest ticket. Applications to be made to Andrea Warren via administrator@circleofwinewriters.org \n  URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/circle-christmas-party/ LOCATION:20 Air Street\, 20 Air Street\, London\, W1B 5AN\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Screen-Shot-2017-07-14-at-18.35.45-e1500053738434.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181128T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181128T210000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181010T140606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181010T140606Z UID:25841-1543431600-1543438800@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:CA Grande Crus Bordeaux Dinner DESCRIPTION:An exclusive and intimate Bordeaux dinner at Michelin starred La Dame de Pic\, London. You will be hosted by Thierry Budin Managing Director of CA Grands Crus. \nThe wines will include exquisite range of CA Grands Crus Bordeaux wines including\, Chateaux Meyney\, Grands Puy Ducasse and Blaignan. These will be paired by hand selected dishes by Anne-Sophie Pic herself. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/ca-grande-crus-bordeaux-dinner/ LOCATION:Four Seasons Hotel at Ten Trinity Square\, 10 Trinity Square\, London\, EC3N 4AJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Grands-Crus-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clementine Communications":MAILTO:Rachel@clementinecom.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181121T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181121T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181010T133101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181012T102936Z UID:25828-1542798000-1542812400@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Bruce Jack - The Celebration & Collaboration Tasting DESCRIPTION:What?                           A tasting of the following\, followed by lunch: \n\nBruce Jack – new range\nBruce Jack Reserve wines\nThe Flagstone & collaboration wines\n\n  \nWhen & where?           Wednesday 21st November – 11am onwards \n  \nThere’s more??            Yes! The following guest winemakers will be present to showcase current & library stock.  They have worked\, or currently work\, in collaboration with Bruce – either at Flagstone or via joint ventures: \n\nNadia Barnard – Waterkloof\nJulian Johnsen – Vondeling Wines\nPepe Fuster  – Terra Alta\, Spain\nEd Adams MW  – partner in La Bascula\nKaren Turner – partner in Le Weekend\, Languedoc URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/bruce-jack-the-celebration-collaboration-tasting/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Bruce-Jack.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Emma Wellings PR":MAILTO:emma@ew-pr.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181119T000000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181119T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181004T104734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T154027Z UID:25804-1542585600-1542636000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Welsh Wines Tasting - Circle event for members DESCRIPTION:Come along to this Circle event to taste and learn about the new wines emerging from the Welsh vineyards. Meet the producers and also get the latest news on the 2018 vintage too. \nBook your place with Andrea on administrator@circleofwinewriters.org \nTickets £10 for members (£15 for AWE members and £20 for guests) URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/welsh-wines-tasting/ LOCATION:The Naval Club\, 38 Hill Street\, London\, W1J 5NS ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/WVA-LOGO.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Circle of Wine Writers":MAILTO:administrator@circleofwinewriters.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181113T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181113T203000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181010T142009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181010T142009Z UID:25845-1542133800-1542141000@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Nederburg Wine Tasting DESCRIPTION:On behalf of Nederburg wines\, a special evening of wine tasting hosted by Nederburg’s head winemaker\, Andrea Freeborough\, on Tuesday 13th November 2018. She is flying over to London from South Africa especially for this exciting event. \nPlease join us to explore Nederburg’s portfolio alongside delicious canapés and learn more about the famous South African winery and their relationship with Qhubeka\, a charity devoted to providing bikes to enrich the lives of those in rural Africa\, who have no access to transportation and have to walk miles for the most basic amenities. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/nederburg-wine-tasting/ LOCATION:Oakley Covent Garden Store\, 1-4\, King Street\, London\, WC2E 8HH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Nederburg.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clementine Communications":MAILTO:Rachel@clementinecom.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181029T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181029T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20181010T135614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181010T135614Z UID:25837-1540837800-1540850400@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Viña Pomal Compromiso launch DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Bodegas Bilbainas’ winemaker Alejandro López\, an authentic Spanish menu created by two Michelin starred chefs\, Mario Sandoval and Marcos Morán and paired with exquisite\, award winning wines from Viña Pomal. URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/vina-pomal-compromiso-launch/ LOCATION:Hispania\, 72-74 Lombard Street\, London\, EC3V 9AY ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Viña-Pomal.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Clementine Communications":MAILTO:Rachel@clementinecom.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20181029T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20181029T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T091658 CREATED:20180928T103647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180928T103647Z UID:25694-1540807200-1540832400@www.circleofwinewriters.org SUMMARY:Champagnes des Associations Biologiques tasting - 29 October 2018 DESCRIPTION:It’s with great pleasure that the Association des Champagnes Biologiques (ACB) would like to invite you to its First Official Organic Champagne tasting in London. \nCertified organic champagne remains a rarity. Of the 33\,000 appellation hectares\, only 600 are certified organic or in the process of being certified. And if just 2% of the champagne production surface is organically engaged\, certified organic cuvees make up less than 1% of the total production. \nIn this exclusive tasting\, 18 certified organic producers from all over the region look forward to share their grape growing and wine making vision as well as their cuvees with you. We have opted for an intimate setting to stimulate proper interaction and quality exchange with the winemakers; however this means spaces are limited. Don’t miss out\, and register now at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/first-organic-champagne-fair-london-registration-49215329375?aff=FBpageACB URL:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/event/champagnes-des-associations-biologiques-tasting-29-october-2018/ LOCATION:Pelham’s Lords Cricket Ground\, St John's Wood Rd\, London\, NW8 8QN\, United Kingdom ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.circleofwinewriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Organic-Champagne-Tasting.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Caroline Henry":MAILTO:caroline@missinwine.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR