Wines of Chile Trade Tasting 2022
2022-03-31 10:30 - 18:00 (Europe/London) | The Lindley Hall, 80 Vincent Street, London, SW1P 2PE
This year’s Wines of Chile Trade tasting is your opportunity to taste wines from the latest vintage, wines that are new to the market, and explore the different regions of Chile.
For further details and to register, visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/265855620317

Wine Australia - Celebrating 50 years of Chardonnay
2022-04-05 16:00 - 17:30
5 April 2022
4pm – 5.30pm
Celebrate 50 years of Australian Chardonnay and join us for a discussion of Australia’s most iconic white wine.
This year marks the golden anniversary of Australian Chardonnay. With varietal labelled Chardonnay first produced back in 1972, now is the perfect time to revisit the story of Australian Chardonnay.
From the first vine cuttings in the 1830s to the big, buttery wines of the 1990s, to today’s regionally distinct, refined styles, Australian Chardonnay has come a long way. Its popularity may have waxed and waned over the years, but one thing’s for sure: Australian Chardonnay is a legend with a bright future.
Discover how Australian Chardonnay changed the world of wine, find out how the style has evolved, and why it’s such an exciting time for the variety.
Don’t miss this fascinating session, hosted by Wine Australia’s Mark Davidson, with guest speakers Oz Clarke and MaryAnn Worobiec. Mark, Oz and MaryAnn will discuss the evolution of Australian Chardonnay, its regional expressions and modern styles, whilst sharing their insights, experiences and plenty of stories.
For more information and to sign up, please visit https://conversations.australianwine.com/wine-australia/Celebrating-50-years-of-Chardonnay

Save the date - Domaine Gayda invites you to our Portfolio Trade and Press Tasting
2022-04-11 10:30 - 16:00 | The St James’s Room, 67 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5ES
We will be showcasing our full range including all new vintages and exciting new releases.
A light buffet lunch will be served from 12.30pm – 2.00pm.
To ensure a Covid-safe tasting environment, we would therefore appreciate RSVPs to sarah@inthemoodpress.com by 1st April 2022.

BORSA VINI ITALIANI returns to London
2022-05-10 10:00 - 18:00 | Landing Forty Two, The Leadenhall Building, 122 Leadenhall Street, London, EC3V 4AB
The Italian Trade Agency London (ITA) is very pleased to announce that after two years it will host Borsa Vini Italiani (BVI) again as an in-person event in London. The last time Borsa Vini took place was just before the lockdown in February 2020.
BVI is one of the most important events in the wine and drinks trade calendar. This year it will bring together 50 specialist producers that will come from all over Italy to showcase some of their best wines and drinks.
Giovanni Sacchi, Director of ITA, says: “With an increasing demand for Italian wines all over the world, Borsa Vini could not come back at a better time. We are very excited to bring some of the best names from Italy to the trade in the UK. We hope this will encourage new business partnerships and bring new opportunities to this country.“
Borsa Vini Italiani 2022 will take place at Landing Forty Two, The Leadenhall Building, 122 Leadenhall St, London EC3V 4AB, on 10 May 2022, from 10:30 to 18:00.
Strictly for trade and selected members of the press.
If you are a UK based wine or drink business and would like to attend you can register HERE.

Wines of South Africa - Independent intuition press tasting
2022-05-25 11:00 - 18:00 | Reading Room, South Africa House, Trafalgar Square, London, WC2N 5DP
The independent sector is an important one for South Africa. In The Wine Merchant 2021 reader survey South Africa topped the list of countries that are expected to see sales growth and was named fourth in the areas that independent retailers specialized in.
Intuition in UK independent retailers has helped to build a strong and vibrant sector with South Africa at the forefront and it’s encouraging to see so many businesses investing in the category.
This tasting will highlight some of the wines that UK independent merchants have chosen as their hero wines from South Africa and give some insights into what South African wines offer their customers and businesses.
Alongside the wines on show will be a tasting booklet with valuable comments from key players in the UK independent retail sector.
If you would like to register to attend this tasting please email jo@winesofsa.com

Glenelly Estate Tutored Tasting - last few spaces left
2022-06-13 11:00 - 14:00 | China Exchange, 32A Gerrard Street, London, W1D 6JA
We hope that you can join us for the launch of the new Lady May 2016 vintage and a tutored vertical tasting of Lady May Library Vintages 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015.
Glenelly Estate’s flagship Lady May wine is crafted from a cool east-facing slope at the foothills of the Simonsberg mountains in Stellenbosch, using Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot from the best sites of a single vineyard.
Buffet lunch available.
RSVP – emma@ew-pr.co.uk

Tim Atkin’s 2022 Chile Special Report Masterclass & Tasting
2022-07-05 13:30 - 17:30 | ASIA House, 63 New Cavendish Street, London, W1G 7LP
Where: Asia House, 63 New Cavendish Street, London, W1G 7LP
Date: Tuesday 5th July 2022
Timings: Tasting opens: 13:30 – 17:30 pm
Masterclass: 14:30 – 16:00pm
“The new Chilean wine scene is exciting, optimistic and forward-facing too. That doesn’t mean it has dispensed with tradition. Or rather the best bits of it.” Tim Atkin MW – March 2022
Tim Atkin MW spent just over three weeks during December 2021 in Chile to compile his sixth Chilean Special Report, this was especially exciting as this was Tim’s first trip to Chile since 2019. During this visit Tim travelled up to the North of Chile to Elqui and ventured further South than his previous visits to Chile Chico located in Chilean Patagonia, discovering new wineries and wines, as well as new releases.
Wines of Chile invite you to attend a masterclass featuring ten of Tim’s top scoring wines, each of the winemakers will join the masterclass (via Zoom) and discuss with Tim their wines giving a fascinating and anecdotal update from Chile.
To compliment the masterclass we have a tasting of over 70 wines that Tim awarded 90 or more points to, the tasting line-up includes:
• Wineries that are seeking representation in the market
• Wineries of all sizes – boutique to large production
• A Grosse Merille from Curicó
• Ancestral single varietals and blends
• Top scoring Chardonnay’s
You can register your attendance to the tasting or to both the masterclass and tasting via the following link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/347322660427
You can purchase Tim’s report via: https://timatkin.com/product/2022-chile-special-report/
Please let me know if you need any further information on the above event, and look forward to you on the 5th July.
Regards
Anita Jackson
Anita@winesofchile.org.uk

Wine Australia - Orange: Wines with Altitude webinar
2022-07-07 10:00 - 11:00
Sitting from 600m to over 1000m above sea level, the Orange wine region in New South Wales is Australia’s highest vineyard area, giving it a cool climate year-round with cold, snowy winters.
Located about three hours west of Sydney, Orange is dominated by the now extinct volcano Mount Canabolas, which provides a unique combination of geology and soils.
Until the 1980s, this cool climate region lay dormant. Vines had been planted a hundred years earlier, but things were slow to take off – until one high-profile winemaker lit the spark and the wine scene exploded. The region is now home to more than 60 wineries, top winemaking talent and world-class wines.
Hear from winemakers Damian Shaw (Philip Shaw Wines), Peter Robson (Ross Hill Wines) and Ben Crossing (Angullong Wines) and find out why Orange is the new black in the world of Australian wine. The winemakers will take you round this cool climate hotspot and they’ll reveal why it’s such an exciting time for the region.
In a conversation with Bert Blaize, New South Wales Wine Ambassador in the UK, the winemakers will discuss how the near-perfect balance of elevation and sunshine results in fresh, vibrant wines. The producers will introduce you to the region’s signature styles and they’ll also share some of the challenges that come with making wine at altitude.
This webinar is free and open to all. You’re welcome to share details with colleagues and wine friends.
For more information and to register, please visit https://conversations.australianwine.com/wine-australia/Orange-Wines-with-Altitude

CWW - Let's talk about Hermanuspietersfontein. Wines with a Sense of Place.
2022-09-09 14:00 - 15:00
For the first of the Circle’s September webinars, we’re delighted to welcome Wilhelm Pienaar of Hermanuspietersfontein in South Africa.
Do join us on the 9th, more details to follow.

New South Wales Trade Tasting
2022-09-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Australia House, Strand, London, WC2B 4LA
NSW Wine invite you to Australia House in London to explore the wines of New South Wales. The tasting features 65 wines from 16 producers across Hunter Valley, Hilltops, Orange, Canberra, Central Ranges, Tumbarumba and Mudgee. Some of the wineries are already in market, others will be new discoveries that are seeking distribution.
This free-pour tasting is open to all wine trade and media. You’re welcome to share details with colleagues and wine friends.
Please register on https://form.jotform.com/222217907412854

GCF's Private Wine Days
2022-10-04 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-10-05 10:00 - 17:00 | 10 York Road, 16th Floor, London, SE1 7ND
Come and join us for GCF’s Private Wine Days – the ultimate portfolio event 4 & 5 October. Register here: https://GCFPrivateWineDaysOctober2022.eventbrite.co.uk

South Australia: Leading sustainability down under
2022-10-17 10:00 - 11:30
South Australia is the historic heart of Australian wine, home to famous regions, heritage estates, multi-generational winemaking families and old vines. The state is also a leader in sustainable wine production, with wineries focused on water and energy management, reducing their carbon footprint and conserving the environment.
Join us for a fascinating conversation on sustainability in South Australia, with wineries that are accredited by Sustainable Winegrowing Australia. Hear from winemakers and viticulturists from McLaren Vale – the most environmentally sustainable grape growing region in Australia – as well as the Barossa Valley, Coonawarra, Clare Valley and Riverland.
In a conversation with Jane Masters MW, winemakers and viticulturists from Gemtree Wines, Hither & Yon, Wakefield Wines, Torbreck, Wynns Coonawarra Estate and Thistledown Wines will talk about sustainable practices across their business. From irrigation practices and canopy management, alternative grape varieties and cover crops, to alternative and innovative packaging, find out what they’re doing and what impact it is having.
This webinar is free and open to all. You’re welcome to share details with colleagues and wine friends.
For more information about the session and the speakers, and to register, please visit https://conversations.australianwine.com/wine-australia/SA-DTI-Sustainability-virtual-tasting

Wines of Chile Update - 21 October 2022
2022-10-21 12:30 - 16:00 | tbc, London
Wines of Chile invite you to a ‘Chile Update’ masterclass hosted by Amanda Barnes award winning author of The South American Wine Guide, this event is specifically for press or educators.
Where: 67 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5ES
When: 21st October 2022
Tasting opens: 12:30 – 16:00 pm
Masterclass: 13:30 – 15:00pm
As Christmas approaches this is the perfect opportunity for Wines of Chile to provide you with an overview of what is happening in the Chilean wine scene. The wines on tasting will provide a snapshot of Chilean regionality, innovations, new releases and new vintages.
Amanda has selected twelve wines to taste during the masterclass, New Wave Whites, Mediterranean Reds & Evolving Icons. Each of the winemakers will join Amanda (via Zoom) to discuss their wines giving a fascinating and anecdotal update from Chile.
Before and after the masterclass there will be a free pour tasting to compliment Amanda’s update.
You can register your attendance to the tasting or to both the masterclass and tasting via the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/432487149707
We look forward to seeing you on the 21st
The Wines of Chile UK Team

CWW - Let's talk about the rise of Montalcino with Count Francesco Marone Cinzano
2022-10-21 14:00 - 15:00
For this October Circle webinar, we’re delighted to welcome Count Francesco Marone Cinzano who is in charge of one of Tuscany’s large organic wineries with a total of 147 hectares of vineyards of which 102 ha are exclusively planted to Brunello di Montalcino producing 250,000 bottles of Brunello and the same number of Rosso di Montalcino, the ‘younger brother’ of Brunello.
Please join us to find out how the wines of this small region have achieved global success on the 21st, more details to follow.

Let's talk about Crus Bourgeois du Médoc: today and tomorrow
2022-11-04 14:00 - 15:00
Let’s talk about Crus Bourgeois du Médoc: today and tomorrow – Friday 4th November, 2 pm GMT
Franck Bijon, President of the Crus Bourgeois du Médoc, will talk about the current classification launched in 2020. He will also present the roadmap for the Crus Bourgeois for the coming years that include the future classifications of 2025 and 2030, the environmental commitment and the global strategy for the group.
Franck Bijon, 59, has been Managing Director of the Allianz wine properties since 1989: Château Larose Trintaudon Cru Bourgeois Supérieur, Château Larose Perganson Cru Bourgeois Supérieur and Château Arnauld, Crus Bourgeois Exceptionnel in AOC Haut-Médoc, and Château Tour de Pez Cru Bourgeois in AOC Saint Estèphe.
A great believer in the diversity of the Médoc’s winegrowing structures, Franck Bijon hopes to strengthen the pride, ambition and energy of a family of producers with a view to promoting the collective brand of the Crus Bourgeois du Médoc. “Today, the significant changes in our ecosystem require us to adapt our strategy, demonstrating resilience and an ability to listen.”
Please note their weblink & social media tags:
www.crus-bourgeois.com
Tweets by CrusBourgeois
https://www.instagram.com/crus_bourgeois_du_medoc/
https://www.facebook.com/crusbourgeois/
We look forward to welcoming you on Friday 4 November at 2.00 pm GMT. The session, including Q&As, will last for approximately one hour. To join, follow the link below. Guests will be very welcome, but please let Andrea know their names.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87948630914?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 879 4863 0914
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Australian and New Zealand Pinot Noir webinar
2022-11-07 10:00 - 11:30
Wine Australia and New Zealand Winegrowers are delighted to be teaming up again in an exclusive virtual collaboration showcasing the unique qualities of our Pinot Noir.
Join Masters of Wine Anne Krebiehl and Peter McCombie for a fascinating discussion of eight regional styles from across our respective countries.
Known as the heartbreak grape due to its notoriously fickle and hard to grow nature, Pinot Noir thrives in Australia and New Zealand, with winemakers crafting unique cool climate expressions.
Take a trip through Australia’s Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley, Adelaide Hills and Tasmania and New Zealand’s Martinborough, North Canterbury, Marlborough, and Central Otago.
Find out how Pinot Noir has found success down under. Explore the cooling influence of the ocean and altitude, as well as the diversity and impact of soils, climate and winemaking. Offering freshness, beauty and exceptional value, discover why Pinot Noir from these regions shines on the international stage.
Anne and Peter will also share their insights and reveal what’s special for them about Antipodean Pinot Noir.
This webinar is free and open to all. You’re welcome to share details with colleagues and wine friends.
For more information about the session and the speakers, and to register, please visit https://conversations.australianwine.com/wine-australia/Australian-and-New-Zealand-Pinot-Noir

Crus Bourgeois du Médoc Tasting 2022
2022-11-15 10:00 - 17:00 | The Institute of Directors, 116 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5ED, United Kingdom
INVITATION
Please join us for the Crus Bourgeois du Médoc Tasting 2022
Tuesday 15th November 2022
We will be tasting a selection of wines from across the 2018, 2019 & 2020 vintages from the 3 tier system: Cru Bourgeois, Cru Bourgeois Supérieur and Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel.
The tasting will be split into two different sessions, a morning session and an afternoon session as follows:
Morning Session: 10am to 1pm
Afternoon Session: 2pm to 5pm
Please contact louise@phillips-hill.co.uk or jo@bellevillemarketing.com to register your interest and indicate your preferred time slot.
Venue:
The Institute of Directors
The Waterloo Room (1st floor)
116 Pall Mall
London, SW1Y 5ED
Tuesday 15th November 2022
10am to 1pm ** 2pm to 5pm
For more information please contact louise@phillips-hill.co.uk or jo@bellevillemarketing.com

New York State of Wine: The Elements episode 1 with Jamie Goode
2022-11-15 17:00 - 18:00
The New York State of Wine webinar series is back for a third year, and this time, we’re focusing on The Elements.
We’d love you to join us for the first webinar – Earth – on Tuesday 15th November at 5pm.
New York wine is synonymous with extreme climate—from the influence of water on all sides to the varied soils from retreating glaciers and sea deposits—and with over 60+ wine grape varieties grown there, it’s no surprise the region thrives on diversity.
In this inaugural episode New York State of Wine: The Elements, Jamie Goode will lead a panel of New York winemakers in a roundtable discussion to dig into the diverse terroirs of New York’s growing regions.
From the blue slate of the Finger Lakes to Long Island’s unique glacial soils, New York offers winemakers a dynamic home for countless varieties. Join us to find out what winemakers have to say about how soils impact their viticulture and winemaking decisions.
Jamie will be joined by:
• Kareem Massoud, Paumanok Vineyards
• Morten Hallgren, Ravines Wines
• Kelby James Russell, Red Newt Cellars
Episode 1: Earth – Tuesday, 15th November | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (UK)
Register: https://bit.ly/register-new-york-state-the-elements-webinar
We have a limited number of tasting packs available (6 x 100ml samples). If you would like to receive a sample pack, please register and reply with your address and any special delivery details – these will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

CWW - Let's talk about Alsace Rocks - Riesling with our host Foulques Aulagnon of the CIVA
2022-11-17 10:00 - 11:00
For this November Circle webinar, we are delighted to welcome host Foulques Aulagnon of the CIVA who will be joined by Oliver Humbrecht (Domaine Zind-Humbrecht) and Etienne Loew (Domaine Loew).
This online tasting will feature 6 Rieslings which have been carefully selected to allow you to taste the effect of different terroirs from the region on this one varietal. An event not to be missed. Full details to be sent out shortly. Apologies but samples are available for delivery to UK addresses and a minimal admin fee will be charged as before.
Please join us to find out how the wines of this small region have achieved global success on the 21st, more details to follow.

Hospices de Beaune Events - + invitation to dinner - 21 November
2022-11-21 19:00 - 22:00
Crurated are delighted to announce their annual series of events during the Hospices de Beaune week!
They have room for a few journalists on November 21st for a dinner with Domaine Pierre Girardin and Champagne Chartogne Taillet. More details are below and the event is taking place at Chateau de Puligny-Montrachet.
The event, wines, and dinner are covered by Crurated. Travel and overnight stay is not covered. If this is of interest please contact Michael Volpatt directly on email: michaelvolpatt@gmail.com. They have two seats available at this point.
Message from Crurated:
Join us in Burgundy at the beautiful Château de Puligny-Montrachet to enjoy and share remarkable wines with producers, connoisseurs and wine-geeks from all over the world!
Domaine Pierre Girardin & Champagne Chartogne Taillet – 21 November 2022
Pierre Vincent Girardin (Domaine Pierre Girardin)
The 23-year-old Pierre Vincent Girardin today runs one of Burgundy’s most modern wineries and the wines speak for themselves – precise, bright and with a reductive signature, they represent the stylistic direction the producer has chosen. No other young generation winemaker in Meursault or even Côte de Beaune is making more noise than Pierre Girardin. Portfolio, combined of domaine holdings and négociant operation, is jaw-dropping with some of Burgundy’s most storied appellations.
Alexandre Chartogne (Champagne Chartogne-Taillet)
The ascent of Chartogne-Taillet continues. Inspired by his mentor Anselme Selosse, Alexandre Chartogne makes a number of extremely compelling and sought-after single-parcel bottlings. Obsessed with exploration of Merfy’s soil and its surrounding climats, a small village where the domaine can be found, Chartogne-Taillet has soared to new heights under the supervision of this determined and hardworking young generation winemaker. Chartogne now also crafts champagne from Avize Grand Cru.

Antiche Terre, Venete tasting - 22 November 2022
2022-11-22 12:00 - 15:30 | China Exchange, 32A Gerrard Street, London, W1D 6JA
ANTICHE TERRE VENETE
invites you to discover its range of wines, featuring Valpolicella, Valpolicella Ripasso and Amarone
Situated in the Valpantena, undiscovered jewel in the Valpolicella Classico region, the wines showcase a respect for tradition along with state of the art winemaking.
Hosted By : Head Winemaker, Davide Degani
Date: Tuesday 22nd November 2022
Location : St James Room, 67 Pall Mall, London W1
Timing: Drop in Tasting – Noon til 3.30pm,
Seated Masterclass 1pm-2pm
RSVP by return to kate@aswinesolutions.com
More about Antiche Terre Venete: www.anticheterrevenete.it/en/
If you would like to attend – please let me know.
Kind regards
Kate
Kate Sweet – Director
AS Wine Solutions
M: +44 7939 582151
E: kate@aswinesolutions.com

Whisky Cask Investment: Building Wealth Through Whisky Casks - book launch
2022-12-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Spink, 69, Southampton Row, London, WC1B 4ET, United Kingdom
Spink & Braeburn Whisky are proud to celebrate their first co-publication, authored by Fiona Rintoul, and with photography by Konrad Borkowski. Join us for a whisky tasting, chance to meet the author, and learn more about the captivating world of whisky cask investment.

Let’s talk about Old Vines: Why Now Is Their Time
2023-01-20 14:00 - 15:00
The Old Vine Conference is galvanising a global movement to nurture and value great old vines and their wines. Alun Griffiths MW will share his insight on old vines and why now is their time, he will update us on the traction this global movement its making around the world and the work that the non-profit he co-founded with fellow Master of Wine, Sarah Abbott, and Leo Austin is doing to contribute towards the socio-economical viability of creating an old vine category. Alun will be joined by The Old Vine Conference Regional Ambassadors and Circle members Michèle Shah and Amanda Barnes who will share the value, the threats, inspiring projects and opportunities held for old vines in their specialist regions of Italy and South America.

34th annual Louis Latour Agencies Tasting
2023-01-25 10:00 - 16:00 | The Haberdashers’ Hall, 18 W Smithfield, London, EC1A 9HQ
This year’s masterclasses (limited places)
11am: Vidal-Fleury Masterclass with Antoine Dupré
Meet Antoine Dupré on his first visit to the UK as Vidal-Fleury’s new winemaker for a tasting tour of the Rhône Valley and a look at the 2021 vintage. Antoine will discuss his working philosophy and highlight developments to the range and Vidal-Fleury’s wine style since he took over.
2pm: Cognac Frapin Masterclass with Thomas Soret
Thomas will be joined by tea specialist Jameel Lalani founder of Lalani & Co in a talk and tasting which pairs Frapin’s single estate cognacs with teas from the Huang family garden in Taiwan. They will explore the similarities in philosophy, production and history of these two iconic drinks.
Still wines: Louis Latour, Simonnet-Febvre, Vidal-Fleury, Michel Redde, Château Sainte Roseline, Château des Demoiselles, Banfi, Morgenhof Estate, Isonto, McHenry Hohnen, Wakefield Wines, Pyramid Valley, Smith & Sheth, Smith & Co and Viu Manent.
Sparkling wines & spirits: Champagne Gosset, Simonnet-Febvre, Cognac Frapin and Cobalte Vodka.
Register at
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/34th-annual-louis-latour-agencies-tasting-tickets-471191896647
The closest stations are Farringdon, City Thameslink, Barbican, St Pauls.
Further information: marketing@louislatour.co.uk

Let’s talk about Survivor Wines
2023-01-27 14:00 - 15:00
Friday 27 January – 2.00pm (GMT) Pierre Wahl, cellar master of Survivor Wines, South Africa. His wines epitomise his country’s heritage and the talk will be an appropriate follow-up to the previous week’s presentation. “This is what makes Survivor Wines so special, we get to choose distinctive grapes from the most expressive terroirs from several of South Africa’s best wine-producing regions,” says Pierre.

Let’s talk about Prosecco Superiore DOCG from the UNESCO hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene with Sarah Abbott MW
2023-02-03 14:00 - 15:00
details to follow

Let’s talk about current affairs in Saint-Emilion with Tim Hartley (a Saint-Emilion Jurade Chancellor for North England)
2023-02-17 14:00 - 15:00
Tim‘s emphasis will undoubtedly be on the Classification system and will also touch on other developments over recent years include ever increasing land prices and the effect of those on what has always been an essentially family based area.

Wines of Hungary UK returns with Furmint February 5.0
2023-02-20 11:00 - 17:00 | Vintners’ Hall, 68 Upper Thames St., London, EC4V 3BG
Wines of Hungary UK’s Furmint February tasting is back in 2023 for its fifth iteration. Around 150 Furmint wines will be available to taste on Monday 20th February at Vintners’ Hall, London EC4V.
This year’s event will feature a pre-release snapshot of the dry wines from the fantastic 2021 vintage – a world première of this new vintage from Hungary. Some pre-release Aszú wines will also be on show.
The event will continue to build the story of Tokaj’s historic vineyard classification, which remains relevant today, with a range of single vineyard and cru expressions of Furmint from this historic landscape.
Furmint continues its march as the ‘grape to watch’ for fabulous sweet wines and amazing food-friendly dry wines. With over 30 producers presenting over 150 wines, this is a great chance for the UK trade and press to explore this grape in more depth than ever before.
Attendees can also sign up for two masterclasses, led by Caroline Gilby MW:
– 11.30am – New Vintage Showcase 2021
– 2.00pm – Connecting with Place: The Single Vineyard Story
Caroline Gilby MW says, “Once winemaking is good, then place is the next step forward in adding credibility to the story of a grape, and the wine regions where it is grown. Identifying the best sites, down to parcels within a cru location, is a strong direction for Tokaj and other regions who grow Furmint. Hungary’s complex volcanic soils are finding their voice through winemakers who are identifying their very best micro-locations.”
Register for the tasting via Eventbrite HERE
To sign up for a masterclass, RSVP to susannah@randr.co.uk

Let’s taste wines from the House of Pasqua – an immersion in unconventional & award-winning winemaking
2023-02-23 10:00 - 11:00
Please note to join us on a Thursday this week:
Join third-generation family member of the unconventional winery Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine, Cecilia Pasqua, as she takes you on a personal guide through their refreshingly bold and daring range of award-winning wines. Full details to follow.
