The Express Beginners Wine Masterclass
A clear, streamlined introduction to wine — practical, engaging and designed to build confidence quickly.
Level
Beginners
Duration
Location
Duke of Sussex, Waterloo
Menu
Price
Welcome to The Express Beginners Wine Masterclass
A concise, confidence-building introduction to wine with clear, practical guidance.
If you’d like a clear, enjoyable introduction to wine without the time commitment of a full afternoon, this short masterclass is the ideal starting point. It gives you practical skills, genuine tasting confidence and a solid foundation for your wine journey with The London Wine Academy.
You’ll taste a range of wines blind, learn to recognise quality for yourself and understand the key factors that shape flavour. The session is focused, engaging and expertly guided — with everything you learn being immediately useful when choosing wine in shops, restaurants or at home.
What will I learn during the Express Beginners Wine Masterclass?
You’ll learn the Systematic Approach to Tasting in a clear, practical way — focusing on flavour, structure and genuine quality rather than labels. You’ll taste a mix of classic Old World and New World styles, using blind tasting to understand how grape variety, climate and winemaking create distinct flavour profiles.
You’ll also start to recognise the styles you naturally enjoy, understand the key factors that shape each wine, and pick up straightforward guidance for choosing wine in shops and restaurants. Your tutor will share simple food-pairing principles and the small cues professionals use every day — giving you practical confidence you can use straight away.
Express 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 before the class begins.
The Express Beginners Wine Masterclass moves at a clear, focused pace. You’ll begin with a short introduction to your tutor before diving straight into a series of guided blind tastings.
Across seven or eight wines, you’ll explore essential styles, understand what shapes flavour, and see how different grapes and regions compare. A two-course menu is served during the session to help you experience simple, effective food and wine pairing in action.
You’ll leave with practical confidence, clearer preferences and a stronger understanding of how to taste and choose wine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any prior wine knowledge?
What if I don’t drink alcohol?
How many wines will I taste during the day?
You will be tasting seven or eight wines across the spectrum of white and red wines, and gaining a deep understanding and passion for both.
What price points are the wines?
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