The Port Tasting Masterclass

A timeless classic that has remained valid and cherished for over 300 years, and this Port Tasting Masterclass is designed to show you why.

Level

Beginners

Duration

2.5 hours

Location

The Punch Bowl, Mayfair
Duke of Sussex, Waterloo

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Price

From £169 per person

Welcome to The Port Tasting Masterclass

A masterclass for the particular, join us to learn why Port has been shipped to London for more than 300 years.

We at the London Wine Academy know that despite its Christmas connotations, Port is one of the most famous wine types in the world. A timeless classic that has remained valid and cherished for over 300 years, and this Masterclass is designed to show you why.

The London Wine Academy will help you discover Port’s rich history, astonishing terraced vineyards, and unique production process. You will learn the art of Port tasting and, in a few short hours, be a Port expert, able to identify styles and assess quality like none of your friends can.

Along with these skills and bragging rights, our inspiring instructors will also make sure that you’ll be able to match Port and a variety of foods, ready to wow your next dinner guests with interesting pairings – like Port and chocolate, for instance.

What will I learn during the Course?

While the most famous style of port might be the bottle-aged Vintage, the London Wine Academy would be remiss if we didn’t teach you about the more affordable, refreshing white styles, and the Moorish, wood-aged Ports, like Tawny, Crusted, and LBV.

All these diverse styles bring us back to the versatility and range of Port that you probably didn’t know existed – but now, with the London Wine Academy, you have the chance to try all in one place with experts taking you every step of the way.

Favourite styles that are tasted and discussed during the Port Tasting Masterclass:

White
Rose
Ruby
Tawny
Crusted
and Aged Tawny

Port Tasting Masterclass 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.

Seasonally, the London Wine Academy decides to throw in some extra masterclasses, ones designed to impress you – and subsequently your friends, family, and colleagues – with niche knowledge of wonderful wines. Learning the Systematic Approach to wine tasting will equip you with enough experience to impressively advance through this Port Masterclass, and internalise all the incredible styles and types of Port found in the wine world.

With this Port Masterclass, spend time learning all about the incredible styles of Port, allow our talented tutors time to tour you through production methods and world-famous tots, and enjoy a meal with like-minded Port enthusiasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book for someone else?

Yes – The London Wine Academy courses and masterclasses make great gifts. Just book in their name as the attendee or purchase a Gift Voucher if you’d prefer them to choose the date themselves.

Who is this Seasonal Port Masterclass aimed at?

You don’t have to be a Port fanatic to enjoy this London Wine Academy Masterclass. Anyone looking for a little bit more knowledge, a slightly off-kilter gift, or even just a great afternoon spent with like-minded individuals, this Port Masterclass is for you.

How many wines will I taste during the day?

You will be tasting seven to eight premium Ports during the masterclass.

What price points are the wines?

Wines tasted are typically between £18 and £50 a bottle retail.

Feature Venue

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.