The Premium Beginners Wine Course
A relaxed, premium introduction to wine with expert guidance, blind tasting and a three-course lunch — designed to build real confidence.
Level
Beginners
Duration
4.15 hours
Location
Duke of Sussex, Waterloo
Menu
Three-Course Menu
Price
From
£229
Welcome to The Premium Beginners Wine Course
Ideal for anyone who wants a clear, enjoyable and well-structured introduction to wine, combining learning with a touch of luxury.
What will I learn on this wine course?
You’ll explore wine in a clear, practical way. Every wine is tasted blind, helping you focus on flavour and structure rather than expectations. You’ll begin to recognise quality for yourself and identify the details that separate good wines from exceptional ones.
Your tutor will share professional tasting techniques using straightforward language that works in real situations — when you’re choosing wine or discussing it with others. You’ll explore how grape variety, climate, terroir and winemaking choices shape a wine’s style and character, and gain confidence in pairing wine with food.
By the end of the session, you’ll have a solid framework for judging, describing and enjoying wine with confidence. And above all, you’ll enjoy a relaxed, sociable experience that makes learning about wine genuinely fun.
Premium Beginners Wine Course Content
- Understanding key wine styles
- Classic grape varieties and where they thrive
- How to recognise common wine faults
- Smart storage and simple investment principles
- Practical food and wine matching
- Reading and choosing from restaurant wine lists
- Key winemaking methods and why they matter
- How to assess quality and ageing potential
- Where to find value in both Old World and New World wines
Premium Beginners Wine Course Agenda
Start times may vary; please check your chosen date for the correct schedule. Please arrive 5–10 minutes early to settle in and meet the other guests before the class begins.
Your session combines a series of white and red wines with a relaxed three-course menu served throughout the class. Each dish is paired to highlight the styles explored, helping you understand how flavour, structure and food interact in a real, enjoyable way.
Along the way, you’ll learn the Systematic Approach to Tasting, explore tannins, oak and balance, and identify the styles that genuinely suit your palate. You’ll finish the day with stronger tasting skills, more confidence and a clearer sense of what to choose and why.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Platinum Fine Wine Experience and the Premium Beginners Course?
The Platinum Fine Wine Experience focuses exclusively on fine wine — premium bottles from world-renowned regions and producers. You’ll taste nine to ten fine wines, each paired with a four- or five-course menu designed to highlight how fine wine and food elevate one another. It’s our most luxurious, in-depth experience.
The Premium Beginners Wine Course is a relaxed, structured introduction to wine for those at the start of their wine journey or anyone wanting a clear, enjoyable afternoon of learning. You’ll explore nine to ten wines across key styles and regions, with a three-course menu served throughout the session while your tutor guides you through the essentials of food and wine matching.
Who is this Premium Beginners Wine Course aimed at?
This course is ideal for complete beginners and anyone with a little experience who wants a clearer, more confident understanding of wine. It’s perfect if you’re looking to treat yourself or someone else to an enjoyable, structured introduction to wine in a relaxed, premium setting.
How many wines will I taste during the day?
You will be tasting 9-10 premium wines during the day.
What price points are the wines?
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