BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sommelier Edit - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Sommelier Edit X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sommelieredit.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Sommelier Edit REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Asia/Yerevan BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0400 TZOFFSETTO:+0400 TZNAME:+04 DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260303T170000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260205T163746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T163746Z UID:10000079-1772532000-1772557200@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Mentzendorff Portfolio Tasting DESCRIPTION:Mentzendorff is thrilled to extend an invitation to its Annual Portfolio Tasting – our flagship event of the year.\nThis exclusive gathering will bring together world-renowned winemakers from our Portfolio\, providing you with the incredible opportunity to explore our diverse selection of champagne\, wine\, fortified wine\, spirits\, and so much more. \nMasterclass 3 – Three Decades of Vintage Port\nThree Decades of Vintage Port brings together three of the Douro’s most iconic houses – Taylor’s\, Fonseca\, and Croft – for a rare comparative tasting spanning 1997\, 2007\, and 2017. This masterclass offers a unique opportunity to explore how time\, terroir\, and house style shape Vintage Port across three defining decades\, through some of the most celebrated releases of the modern era. \nHosted by Adrian Bridge\nTime: 3:15pm – 4:00pm\nREGISTER NOW >> Via Mentzendorff link URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/mentzendorff-portfolio-tasting/ LOCATION:One Great George Street\, 1 Great George St\, London\, SW1P 3AA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/mentzendorff-tasting-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mentzendorff":MAILTO:info@mentzendorff.co.uk GEO:51.5008938;-0.1290467 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=One Great George Street 1 Great George St London SW1P 3AA United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Great George St:geo:-0.1290467,51.5008938 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260309T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260309T163000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260115T171154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T171553Z UID:10000076-1773054000-1773073800@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:The Best of Rioja DESCRIPTION:As one of the world’s leading experts on Spanish wines\, Tim Atkin MW produces an annual Special Rioja Report highlighting the best producers and wines from the region. Based on his report\, this trade and press tasting will showcase wines he has selected to appear in his list of First and Second Growths as well as a group of producers he has highlighted as ‘Rising Stars’ – the ones to watch.\nThis tasting will provide a unique overview of what’s happening in the region right now. It will feature traditional and modern producers\, single vineyard wines and pan-regional blends\, different sub-regions and villages and the full line-up of Rioja’s grape varieties. The best news of all is that many of the winemakers will be there in person pouring their wines. \nSOMMELIER EDIT EXCLUSIVE\nSommeliers that ask at reception on arrival can ask for ‘Tim Atkin MW personal recommendations’ and insight on which producers to taste.\nREGISTER NOW \nProducers confirmed include:\n\nAbel Mendoza\nArizcuren Bodega Y Viñedos\nBenjamin de Rothschild/Vega Sicilia\nBeronia\nBodega Contador\nBodegas Baigorri\nBodegas Bhilar\nBodegas Exopto\nBodegas Hermanos Peciña\nBodegas Javier San Pedro Ortega\nBodegas Loli Casado\nBodegas Mauro\nBodegas Miguel Merino\nBodegas Muga\nBodegas Ostatu\nBodegas Sonsierra\nBodegas Tierra\nBodegas Urbina\nBodegas Valdelana\nBodegas Valdemar\nBodegas Vinícola Real\nBodegas y Viñedos Artuke\nBodegas y Viñedos Eguíluz\nBodegas y Viñedos Pujanza\nBodegas y Viñedos Quiroga de Pablo\nBodegas y Viñedos Verum\nBVGC Gómez Cruzado\nCarlos Mazo Gutiérrez\nCarlos Sánchez Vinos\nCastillo de Cuzcurrita\nCIA Bodeguera de Valencisco\nCompañía de Vinos Telmo Rodriguez\nCosme Palacio\nCVNE\nFamilia Luis Cañas\nFinca Valpiedra\nGrupo Vinícola Marqués de Vargas\nJesús Mendoza Pérez Viticultor\nJosé Basoco\nLa Marquesa / Valserrano\nLa Rioja Alta\nMarqués de Murrieta\nMarqués de Riscal\nMitarte\nNivarius y Proelio (Finca Palacios)\nNunc Dimittis\nRamón Bilbao\nRemírez de Ganuza\nSierra de Toloño\nSínodo Viñedos y Vinos\nUkan\nVíctor Ausejo Victicultor\nVignerons de la Sonsierra\nVina del lentisco\nViñedos El Pacto\nViñedos de Paganos\nViñas Leizaola URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/the-best-of-rioja/ LOCATION:One Great George Street\, 1 Great George St\, London\, SW1P 3AA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/TimAtkin_Rioja-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Island Media":MAILTO:clare@island-media.co.uk GEO:51.5008938;-0.1290467 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=One Great George Street 1 Great George St London SW1P 3AA United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Great George St:geo:-0.1290467,51.5008938 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260310T170000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260107T151103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T151103Z UID:10000071-1773140400-1773162000@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Jascots Annual Portfolio Tasting 2026 DESCRIPTION:Jascots invites you to its Annual Portfolio Tasting 2026.\nJoin us to discover our award-winning wines from the Regional Hero producers we champion who produce wines with passion\, respect for the environment and authenticity of style. \nWe will showcase our exclusive wine partners alongside our incredible value range of Essential Wines and our on-trade tailored Fine Wine service. We’ll also be hosting some special masterclasses so look out for the announcement on how to reserve a spot. \nThis is an excellent opportunity to try 500+ wines from Jascots’ portfolio\, which have been carefully selected for the on-trade. There is the chance to engage with winemakers from around the winemaking world and explore new styles and wines. \n>> Register now\nSommelier Edit members will receive early-bird invites to our featured masterclasses. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/jascots-annual-portfolio-tasting-2026/ LOCATION:Glazier’s Hall\, 9 Montague Close\, London\, SE1 9DD CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Jascots-Portfolio-Tasting-2026.png ORGANIZER;CN="Jascots Wine Merchants":MAILTO:marketing@jascots.co.uk GEO:51.5067534;-0.0887448 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Glazier’s Hall 9 Montague Close London SE1 9DD;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=9 Montague Close:geo:-0.0887448,51.5067534 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260324T170000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260226T100919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T100940Z UID:10000092-1774350000-1774371600@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:The Cellar Series\, Hallgarten Wines DESCRIPTION:Following its launch in 2025\, Hallgarten & Novum Wines is proud to once again to be hosting a tasting of The Cellar Series. The Cellar Series is a new way for UK sommeliers to purchase fine wines\, giving them access to cellar-aged bottles that are ready to drink now.\nTaste a carefully selected range of fine wines from the Hallgarten & Novum Wines portfolio\, including mature\, current drinking vintages from some of Bordeaux’s finest châteaux\, and examples from world-class producers in other regions of France and from around the world. \nThis event is by invitation only. Spaces are limited so please register your interest with your Hallgarten Account Manager or by contacting events@hnwines.co.uk. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/the-cellar-series-hallgarten-wines/ LOCATION:Banking Hall\, Banking Hall\, 14 Cornhill\,\, London\, EC3V 3ND\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/the-cellar-series-website-banner-17226-scaled.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hallgarten & Novum Wines":MAILTO:sales@hnwines.co.uk GEO:51.5132559;-0.0878242 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Banking Hall Banking Hall 14 Cornhill London EC3V 3ND United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Banking Hall\, 14 Cornhill\,:geo:-0.0878242,51.5132559 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260428T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260423T133318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T133318Z UID:10000113-1777372200-1777392000@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Barolo\, Brunello and Beyond! DESCRIPTION:Join Hallgarten & Novum Wines\, and our producers\, for a journey through Piedmont and Tuscany\, home of Italy’s most celebrated wines\, as well as many lesser-known gems.\nTest your knowledge with our Blind Tasting Challenge for a chance to win a magnum of 2019 Barolo.\nSign up on the day to attend our Vietti and Querciabella Masterclasses. \nThis event is Trade only and pre-registration is required. Please contact your Hallgarten Account Manager or events@hnwines.co.uk to register your interest. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/barolo-brunello-and-beyond/ LOCATION:Osteria by Bocconcino\, 366 Strand\, London\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ORGANIZER;CN="Hallgarten & Novum Wines":MAILTO:sales@hnwines.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260512T170000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260426T173440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T173440Z UID:10000116-1778583600-1778605200@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Taste Canada London 2026 DESCRIPTION:Westbury Communications would love to invite you to the annual Taste Canada London Trade Tasting hosted by the High Commission of Canada on Tuesday 12th May at Canada House\, Trafalgar Square\, London SW1Y 5BJ. \n32 producers will be attending from the regions of British Columbia\, Nova Scotia\, Ontario\, and Quebec. We will also be welcoming a few Taste Canada London newcomers this year! The full list of attending wineries can be found on the CanadaTasting website: www.canadatasting.co.uk URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/taste-canada-london-2026/ LOCATION:central London\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Canada-tasting-square-graphic-.png GEO:55.378051;-3.435973 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260520T170000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260409T115025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T131917Z UID:10000053-1779098400-1779296400@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:London Wine Fair 2026 DESCRIPTION:Join Sommelier Edit at LWF 2026\nWe’ve teamed up with London Wine Fair and will be exhibiting Sommelier Edit at this year’s fair. Visit us on Stand F59. \nRegister below to claim one of our FREE tickets to show\, exclusively for Sommelier Edit members. \nVisit our stand at LWF and you could win your own Coravin® Sparkling; learn how to taste for competitions with our ‘You be the judge‘ tasting sessions with expert chair judges; and take the last minute opportuntity to apply for the Taylor’s Port Top 100 Sommeliers 2026. \nSee you there! \n\n\n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Restaurant NameJob titleEmail(Required)\n \n QUESTIONSWhich wine regions\, styles\, or grape varieties currently interest you most?Who do you like to meet at LWF?\n \n Winemakers\n \n \n Export managers\n \n \n UK Account manager\n \n \n No one\, like to taste alone\n Are you coming to London Wine Fair?\n \n Definitely\n \n \n Maybe\n \n \n Persuade me\n \n \n Not this year\n Would you like sommelier-exclusive checklist of wines at LWF & a FREE VIP pass?\n \n Absolutely\, sign me up\n \n \n Interesting\, tell me more\n \n \n Still not coming\n Any tips for fellow sommeliers?Are you exhibiting on a stand? Who are you hoping to meet? What are you going to taste?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/london-wine-fair-2026/ LOCATION:London Wine Fair\, Olympia\, London\, Hammersmith Rd\, London\, Hammersmith Rd\,W14 8UX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Seminar,Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/LWF-2026.png GEO:51.4936403;-0.2158343 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=London Wine Fair Olympia London Hammersmith Rd London Hammersmith RdW14 8UX United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hammersmith Rd:geo:-0.2158343,51.4936403 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260518T160000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260506T151114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T151114Z UID:10000121-1779102000-1779120000@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Australia Takes on The Rhône DESCRIPTION:A deep dive into fresh\, modern Grenache and Grenache blends\, alongside an exciting range of white Rhône wines from across Australia.\nExpect both blends and standout single varieties—Marsanne\, Roussanne\, and Viognier—all on pour. Enjoy light bites from the fantastic team at Milk Beach\, on the outdoor terrace that captures a touch of Australian sunshine. \n>> Book your place\nThis event is not organised by Sommelier Edit. By registering to attend you agree to share your details with the organiser exclusively. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/australia-takes-on-the-rhone/ LOCATION:Milk Beach\, Soho\, 14 Greek St\, James Court\, London\, W1D 4AL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Australia-Takes-on-the-Rhone.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260601T210000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260504T102207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T151331Z UID:10000119-1780340400-1780347600@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:German Wine Quiz Night Manchester DESCRIPTION:Wines of Germany UK #SommSessions 2026\nThis year\, #SommSessions is switching up its usual masterclass series to engage the on trade in a new and exciting way\, reaching sommeliers in London and beyond. Set to take place in June\, these sessions will take the form of German Wine Quiz Nights in Manchester and London\, accompanied by a free-pour tasting and buffet-style supper. Teams will have the chance to prove they know their Ürziger Würzgarten from their Roter Hang. \nTopic: German wines: beyond Riesling\, beyond expectations.\nThe speaker: Chris Losh as the quizmaster. He is a leading UK wine and drinks writer\, with more than 25 years of industry experience. Over the years\, he has written extensively about wine\, spirits\, and the evolving drinks landscape\, and has judged in major competitions including the Sommelier Wine Awards\, which he helped establish. Chris will test attendees on their German wine knowledge\, with the sessions will aim to educate and inspire the on trade to recommend German wines beyond Riesling. \nEvent format:\nRepurposing the great British pub quiz for the premium on-trade\, the evening will include: \n\nAn introduction to German wine\nFollowed by 2-3 rounds of 10-12 questions themes around geography\, history\, grape varies\, styles\nA blind tasting round with two white wines and one red\, where participants will need to guess the variety and the vintage – This gives space for (for example) an older style of Riesling\, and younger style of one of the white Pinot varieties\, and a premium Spätburgunder\nA final speed round recapping key messages\n20 free pour wines provided by importers/producers\nPrizes for the winners\, for example a premium Sekt which will also reinforce the key messages\nBuffet supper\n\nThe wines\nWe will work with Chris Losh to choose wines which represent the full range of styles and German wine-growing regions available in the UK. \n>> Sign up now URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/german-wine-quiz-night-manchester/ LOCATION:Salut Wines\, 11 Cooper Street\, Manchester\, M2 2FW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Social Mixers,Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/German-Quiz-3-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Phipps PR":MAILTO:germanwine@thisisphipps.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Yerevan:20260605T160000 DTEND;TZID=Asia/Yerevan:20260607T223000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260424T140133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T140133Z UID:10000115-1780675200-1780871400@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Yerevan Wine Days 2026 DESCRIPTION:Yerevan Wine Days 2026 celebrates the festival’s 10th anniversary with three evenings dedicated to Armenian wine culture\, gastronomy\, and the people who have made the event a modern Yerevan tradition.\nHeld in the heart of Yerevan on June 5-7 (16:00-22:30)\, the festival brings together local wineries\, tastings\, masterclasses and pairing sessions\, live music\, art and cultural programming\, business talks and networking\, crafts and workshops\, souvenir-making activities\, and games/prizes. \nEntry to the festival area is free; wine tastings and raffle participation require the Wine Enjoyment Package. \n>> More information URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/yerevan-wine-days-2026/ LOCATION:Yerevan\, Davtashen 3rd district\, 30\, Yerevan\, Yerevan\, Armenia CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="EventToura":MAILTO:hello@eventtoura.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260608T220000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260504T101812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T151216Z UID:10000118-1780945200-1780956000@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:German Wine Quiz Night London DESCRIPTION:Wines of Germany UK #SommSessions 2026\nThis year\, #SommSessions is switching up its usual masterclass series to engage the on trade in a new and exciting way\, reaching sommeliers in London and beyond. Set to take place in June\, these sessions will take the form of German Wine Quiz Nights in Manchester and London\, accompanied by a free-pour tasting and buffet-style supper. Teams will have the chance to prove they know their Ürziger Würzgarten from their Roter Hang. \nTopic: German wines: beyond Riesling\, beyond expectations.\nThe speaker: Chris Losh as the quizmaster. He is a leading UK wine and drinks writer\, with more than 25 years of industry experience. Over the years\, he has written extensively about wine\, spirits\, and the evolving drinks landscape\, and has judged in major competitions including the Sommelier Wine Awards\, which he helped establish. Chris will test attendees on their German wine knowledge\, with the sessions will aim to educate and inspire the on trade to recommend German wines beyond Riesling. \nEvent format:\nRepurposing the great British pub quiz for the premium on-trade\, the evening will include: \n\nAn introduction to German wine\nFollowed by 2-3 rounds of 10-12 questions themes around geography\, history\, grape varies\, styles\nA blind tasting round with two white wines and one red\, where participants will need to guess the variety and the vintage – This gives space for (for example) an older style of Riesling\, and younger style of one of the white Pinot varieties\, and a premium Spätburgunder\nA final speed round recapping key messages\n20 free pour wines provided by importers/producers\nPrizes for the winners\, for example a premium Sekt which will also reinforce the key messages\nBuffet supper\n\nThe wines\nWe will work with Chris Losh to choose wines which represent the full range of styles and German wine-growing regions available in the UK. \n>> Sign up now URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/german-wine-quiz-night-london/ LOCATION:Browns Covent Garden\, 82-84 St Martin's Lane\, London\, WC2N 4AG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Social Mixers,Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/German-Quiz-3-3.png ORGANIZER;CN="Phipps PR":MAILTO:germanwine@thisisphipps.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260513T065245 CREATED:20260423T133501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T133736Z UID:10000103-1782122400-1782147600@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Australia and New Zealand Masterclass and Tasting DESCRIPTION:For the first time together\, Wine Australia and New Zealand Winegrowers will be in Birmingham running a masterclass and free-pour tasting.\nThe Aussies and Kiwis are good mates\, with lots in common. Fine wine\, great food\, stunning scenery\, the cool Southern Ocean and also our cool Antipodean attitude. Our wines are an expression of our distinctive terroirs and the vibrant communities that craft them. Perfecting traditional techniques and inventing our own ways of doing things\, we push the boundaries in the pursuit of the most diverse\, thrilling wines in the world. \nMasterclass (10.30 – 12.00 and 14.00 – 15.30)\nTaste sparkling wine\, Sauvignon Blanc\, Chardonnay\, Pinot Noir and Shiraz/Syrah from Australia and New Zealand with Emma Symington MW (Head of Education EMEA\, Wine Australia) and Anne Krebiehl MW (Wine writer and consultant).\nDiscover the unique characteristics of the wines\, and why they’ve become signature styles of the regions. Learn about the cooling influence of the ocean and altitude\, as well as the diversity and impact of soils\, climate and winemaking. The line-up includes elegant cool climate expressions and new releases as well as older vintages.\nWe will run the masterclass twice – when you register\, please select either the morning or afternoon session. \nFree-pour tasting (10.00 – 17.00)\nThe free-pour tasting will run throughout the day\, featuring 60 wines from across Australia and New Zealand. The flights are sparkling wine\, Riesling\, aromatic whites\, Sauvignon Blanc\, Chardonnay\, rosé\, light reds\, Pinot Noir\, Syrah/Shiraz\, and Cabernet Sauvignon and blends. \nAll the wines featured are available in the UK\, so if you’re looking to expand your range of Australian and New Zealand wines\, this is a great chance to explore and taste. \n>> REGISTER TO ATTEND\n  URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/australia-and-new-zealand-masterclass-and-tasting/ LOCATION:The Grand Hotel\, 1 Church Street\, Birmingham\, B3 2FE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Seminar,Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/UK_AUNZBirmingham2026_EB.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Wine Australia":MAILTO:uk@wineaustralia.com GEO:52.4818174;-1.8996306 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=The Grand Hotel 1 Church Street Birmingham B3 2FE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1 Church Street:geo:-1.8996306,52.4818174 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR