The Red Wine Tasting
Taste a range of red wines from key regions side by side and see how grape variety, tannin, acidity and ageing shape flavour and texture. We’ll show you why some reds feel smooth and others grip, and which styles are worth keeping.
By the end, you’ll know what you enjoy and how to choose reds to suit the moment — whether you’re drinking a glass on its own or planning a wine with food.
Level
Beginners
Duration
2 hours
Location
The Punch Bowl, Mayfair
The Duke of Sussex, Bankside
Menu
Two – Course Menu
Price
From £139 per person
Welcome to the Red Wine Tasting
Discover the complexities of red wine on a course designed to deepen your understanding and enjoyment of all things tannin and terroir.
In the Red Wine Tasting, you’ll learn about wines from renowned regions, discover how to unlock their flavour profiles, and gain the confidence to appreciate their unique flavours and styles.
You’ll learn how red wines often involve multiple factors, such as tannins, acidity, fruity aromas, maturity and higher alcohol levels.
You’ll learn all about the influence of oak ageing, oak styles and toasting levels.
You’ll learn that all of these factors make it more challenging to figure out on your own.
Most importantly, you’ll learn that you don’t have to.
The London Wine Academy will take your hand along this journey into wine and help you uncover the nuances of renowned red grape varieties from global wine regions and unlock the hidden treasures within each glass.
You’ll learn how red wines often involve multiple factors, such as tannins, acidity, fruity aromas, maturity and higher alcohol levels.
You’ll learn all about the influence of oak ageing, oak styles and toasting levels.
You’ll learn that all of these factors make it more challenging to figure out on your own.
Most importantly, you’ll learn that you don’t have to.
The London Wine Academy will take your hand along this journey into wine and help you uncover the nuances of renowned red grape varieties from global wine regions and unlock the hidden treasures within each glass.
What will I learn during the Red Wine Tasting?
Along this immersive journey, The London Wine Academy will take you into a realm of rich history, diverse grape varieties, and intricate production methods. You will be transported by each sip to the renowned red wine regions of the world, and you will finally “get it”.
On this Red Wine Tasting, our talented tutors will help you figure out which red wine style is your favourite; young, vibrant, fresh, and fruity? Dark, smoky, smooth, and chock full of history? You’ll be enlightened on which of your favourite styles works best with a fresh tomato pasta, or perhaps a decadent fillet of fish.
Alongside your fellow classmates and the well-travelled London Wine Academy tutors, get ready to delve ever deeper into the welcoming world of wine.
During the course, we’ll explore a variety of red wines from some of the world’s most renowned regions. You’ll gain insights into:
On this Red Wine Tasting, our talented tutors will help you figure out which red wine style is your favourite; young, vibrant, fresh, and fruity? Dark, smoky, smooth, and chock full of history? You’ll be enlightened on which of your favourite styles works best with a fresh tomato pasta, or perhaps a decadent fillet of fish.
Alongside your fellow classmates and the well-travelled London Wine Academy tutors, get ready to delve ever deeper into the welcoming world of wine.
During the course, we’ll explore a variety of red wines from some of the world’s most renowned regions. You’ll gain insights into:
- Bordeaux (Bold Cabernet Sauvignon, plump Merlot, & the role of Malbec, Petit Verdot, & Cabernet Franc)
- Burgundy (The elegance and finesse of Pinot Noir)
- Rhone (Comparing the classic Syrah to New World Shiraz styles)
- Italy: Iconic reds like Sangiovese (Chianti), Nebbiolo (Barolo), and Barbera
- Spain: The richness of Tempranillo and the vibrancy of Garnacha
- Other Varietals: Discover lesser-known gems like Zinfandel, Pinotage, and the freedom and diversity of red wines from the New World
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- Gain the knowledge and ability to choose exciting new wine styles, grape varieties, and producers.
- Be introduced to the mechanics of wine tasting and the professional approach to wine assessment.
- Your tutor will pass on insider tips to help you navigate the pitfalls of buying wine for any occasion.
Red Wine Tasting Agenda
Start times of this wine workshop may vary. Please check your chosen date for the correct start time.
Kindly arrive 5 – 10 minutes before the start of your class to meet and greet the London Wine Academy tutors who will be guiding you along your journey.
The London Wine Academy experts will be waiting to welcome you into one of the exquisite London venues we work alongside to make these wine experiences one to remember and absolutely brag about. You’ll be joined by a small group of new friends, equally excited to learn about red wines, and together you will taste through six or seven excellent wines, carefully curated for your red wine course.
Enjoy a superb two-course meal with your new friends and the London Wine Academy tutors, as they give you a teaser into food and wine matching. At the end of this red wine tasting experience, be sure to find out what the next step in your London Wine Academy journey may be – get excited to delve deeper into this glorious world of wine.
Enjoy a superb two-course meal with your new friends and the London Wine Academy tutors, as they give you a teaser into food and wine matching. At the end of this red wine tasting experience, be sure to find out what the next step in your London Wine Academy journey may be – get excited to delve deeper into this glorious world of wine.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book a course?
You can book directly through our website. Simply select your preferred course and date, add to basket, and pay online. If you have a gift voucher, follow the link to the Gift Vouchers page to redeem it.
Can I visit the London Wine Academy courses and Masterclasses on my own?
Absolutely. Many of our guests attend solo, and our tutors create a welcoming, friendly environment where you’ll feel included. We usually seat single attendees together, so you’ll feel comfortable and part of the group.
How many wines will I taste during the day?
You will be tasting 6-7 refreshingly fabulous red wines during your London Wine Academy tasting.
What price points are the wines?
The Punch Bowl
Famously previously owned by Guy Richie and Madonna, The Punch Bowl is one of Mayfair’s most historic and celebrated pubs.
The Duke of Sussex
The Duke of Sussex is a reflection of the needs of the local community - the food is simple and harks back to the days when the British Pub first came about.