Join us for a fun wine tasting day (11am to 4pm) including a delicious two-course lunch starting with Champagne. Our Saturday courses are relaxed and informal experiences suitable for anybody from beginners to enthusiasts.
Perfect for all Wine Enthusiasts! Beginning with France's Finest Sparkling Wine - Champagne ...Join us for a relaxed and flavour-packed Saturday as we take you on a delicious journey through our favourite most iconic wine regions of the year
Saturday courses all include:
Glass of Champagne - learn about the British influences on this most famous of the sparkling wines of the world
Introduction to the country's major wine regions
Learn how Frances diverse climate and regions shape its wines
Major red grape varieties – Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, , Syrah, Grenache and other famous grapes to look out for.
Major white grape varieties – Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Chenin Blanc, Viognier and others!
How wine is made - grapes, fermentation, ageing
How to taste wines – aroma, taste and describing wines
Recognising elements of wine - tannin, acidity, oak
Tutored tasting of 12 wines
The effect of climate on the taste of wine
Which wines to buy / where to obtain the best value for money / storing & serving wine / understanding wine labels
Food & Wine matching – tips & advice – with practical tastings.
*Festive menu*
Starters:
Confit Chicken, Leek, Prune & Black Pudding terrine
Celeriac remoulade
Or
House Smoked Salmon
Watercress, Horseradish & Apple
or
Mama's red cabbage
Quince, Hazelnut & Winter Truffle
*Mains*:
Turkey Wellington
Chestnuts, Parsnip & Thyme Jus
or
Halibut
Potato & Leek ragout, Champagne veloute
Or
Celeriac & Mushroom Wellington
Chestnuts, Parsnip & Thyme sauce
*Optional extra Dessert or cheese:*
Artisan Cheeseboard, Chutney & Crackers
(extra £12.50)
Warm Chocolate Mousse
Remy Martin, Caramel & Nuts
(extra £10)
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