BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Sommelier Edit - ECPv6.17.3.1//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:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20270403T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20270925T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T170000 DTSTAMP:20260423T133736Z 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260622T220000 DTSTAMP:20260616T081805Z CREATED:20260421T093445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T081805Z UID:10000110-1782153000-1782165600@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Taylor's Port Top 100 Sommeliers 2026 DESCRIPTION:Annual awards ceremony for the Taylor’s Port Top 100 Sommeliers.\nA celebration event for the UK’s top sommeliers where the 2026 list is announced live on the night. In addition\, a series of special category awards are presented by judges and sponsors to highlight outstanding achievement in beverage service. \n2026 Applications closed. Nominate a sommelier for 2027. \nEVENT REGISTRATION CLOSED\nEvent strictly open to Top 100 Alumni and 2026 candidates.\nPlease contact the organiser for details. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/taylors-port-top-100-sommeliers-2026/ CATEGORIES:Award Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/54611209974_1f3128237e_c.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260624T170000 DTSTAMP:20260616T081533Z CREATED:20260616T081533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T081533Z UID:10000134-1782298800-1782320400@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Premium Independent Wineries of South Africa at Quo Vadis DESCRIPTION:The Return of Wino – a trade tasting hosted by Wino the Rhino and the Premium Independent Wineries of South Africa (PIWOSA).\nShowcasing premium independent producers from across the Western Cape. Jeremy Lee and the Quo Vadis team will serve food between 1 and 2:30pm. \nParticipating wineries include: \n\nAvondale\nDe Grendel\nGlenelly\nJordan\nJourney’s End\nKen Forrester\nPaul Cluver\nRaats\nRadford Dale Organic\nSpringfield Estate URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/premium-independent-wineries-of-south-africa-at-quo-vadis/ LOCATION:Quo Vadis\, 26-29 Dean St\, London\, W1D 3LL\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/South-Africa.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="R&R":MAILTO:eleanor@randr.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260629T160000 DTSTAMP:20260518T112321Z CREATED:20260518T112016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T112321Z UID:10000125-1782730800-1782748800@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Danbury Ridge Vineyard Visit DESCRIPTION:An Exclusive Sommelier Experience with Danbury Ridge\nDate: Monday 29th June 2026\nLocation: Danbury Ridge Wine Estate\, Essex \nJoin a group of fellow Sommeliers to visit the vineyards that are redefining the potential of English wine.\nDanbury Ridge is located in the highly regarded Crouch Valley in Essex\, blessed with London clay & ancient gravel ridges which provide the perfect foundation for world-class Chardonnay & Pinot Noir. \nTheir state-of-the-art gravity-fed winery is managed by winemaker Liam Idzikowski\, where quality is prioritized over volume & wines are crafted to exceptional density & structure. \nAfter a walk through the vines an opportunity to taste a flight of current releases alongside a light lunch will be served with the opportunity to chat all things Danbury with Liam & John Atkinson MW (Viti-Vini Consultant) \nSpaces are very limited with places & travel details to be confirmed*\n*Travel expenses are not included \n>> REGISTER URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/danbury-ridge-vineyard-visit/ LOCATION:Danbury Ridge Wine Estate\, Hyde Ln\, Danbury\, Chelmsford\, Essex\, CM3 4LN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Winery Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/drlogo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Harry Cooper":MAILTO:harry@counter71.co.uk GEO:51.701846230756;0.6023368 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Danbury Ridge Wine Estate Hyde Ln Danbury Chelmsford Essex CM3 4LN United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Hyde Ln\, Danbury:geo:0.6023368,51.701846230756 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260630 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260701 DTSTAMP:20260603T124155Z CREATED:20260603T123509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T124155Z UID:10000131-1782777600-1782863999@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:New Zealand Wine Sommelier Scholarship 2027 DESCRIPTION:Applications close 30 June\nFirst launched in 2015\, the scholarship is now a global initiative\, having hosted over 123 sommeliers from 18 countries across across Asia\, Australia\, Canada\, Europe\, New Zealand\, UAE and the USA. \nThe scholarship provides engaged wine professionals from all over the world with the opportunity to take part in an unforgettable wine experience\, discovering the regions\, varieties\, landscapes\, and personalities that make New Zealand wine so distinctly New Zealand. \nScholarship recipients will attend the 2027 Sommit™\, to be held in Waitaki Valley on 22-23 January 2027. Hosted by New Zealand wine and on-premise authorities Cameron Douglas MS and Stephen Wong MW\, attended exclusively by sommelier scholarship recipients and targeted exclusively to their interests\, the Sommit™ event is an all-encompassing celebration of the lesser known aspects of New Zealand wine. \n\nThe Sommit trip is a massive eye-opener\, with an unprecedented level of access to world-class producers who all communicate with such refreshing openness and honesty. This opportunity actually changed my entire approach to buying and drove the approach that allowed me to win Best Single Site On Trade Buyer at The LWF Wine Buyers Awards this year. \nTom Fahey from The Terrace at Ventnor and winner of the 2025 Sommit™ scholarship comments on his experience and benefits of the opportunity. \n\n\n“This programme is a unique and targeted experience for sommeliers to explore the world of New Zealand wine. It provides an unparalleled opportunity to meet and network with fellow sommeliers from around the world and to discover and share their stories and best practices\,” says Chris Stroud\, Market Manager UK Europe. \n“Our objective is that the winners of this scholarship will become ambassadors for New Zealand wine\, passionately telling the story of New Zealand wine\, and increasing availability and sales in restaurants within their communities.” \nThe winner of the scholarship this year will also be invited to attend at Sauvignon Blanc New Zealand 2027 in Marlborough from 2-4 February 2027\, along with wider wine experiences and tastings in regions across New Zealand. \nCandidates are expected to have a strong passion for the wine industry and a keen interest in developing their knowledge of New Zealand wine. \nThere is one space available for a UK sommelier. \nThose interested and eligible* can >> apply online << before the closing date: 30 June\, 2026.\nApplicants must be: \n\nA working sommelier*\n\n\nAble to travel to New Zealand from 21 January 2027 to 5 February 2027\n\n\nAble to present a New Zealand wine session (organised by New Zealand Winegrowers) upon return. Please note this is a mandatory requirement if selected.\n\n*see application form link for terms and conditions URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/new-zealand-wine-sommelier-scholarship-2027/ LOCATION:New Zealand\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Competitions,Overseas Trip,Social Mixers,Winery Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/NZ-Sommit.png ORGANIZER;CN="New Zealand Winegrowers":MAILTO:sarahs@nzwine.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260715 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260716 DTSTAMP:20260703T123432Z CREATED:20260504T115245Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T123432Z UID:10000120-1784073600-1784159999@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Gosset Matchmakers 2026 DESCRIPTION:GOSSET MATCHMAKERS IS A FOOD AND WINE PAIRING COMPETITION FOR RISING CHEFS AND SOMMELIERS.\nThe competition\, now in its eleventh year\, represents the pinnacle of Champagne and gastronomy pairing. \nEach year the competition attracts the very best from around the UK with the final taking place at the prestigious kitchens at Cord by Le Cordon Bleu in September. \nOrganised in partnership with Hallgarten & Novum Wines and Sommelier Edit\, winners are invited to visit the historic cellars of Champagne Gosset for a VIP tour\, tasting and stay. \nEntry deadline extended to 15 July\, 2026\n>> FULL DETAILS & APPLY URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/gosset-matchmakers-2026/ CATEGORIES:Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SE-website_EVENTS-5.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260720T220000 DTSTAMP:20260703T113747Z CREATED:20260210T101014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260703T113747Z UID:10000138-1784574000-1784584800@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Top 100 Sommeliers Portugal 2026 Award Ceremony DESCRIPTION:Launched for the first time in Portugal\, the 2026 edition will be the first of a new annual list that values ​​the role of the sommelier.\nWith the support of headline partner Taylor’s Port\, and sponsors Soalheiro\, Quinta do Crasto\, Esporão and Amorim Cork\, the Sommelier Edit team will award the best and brightest sommeliers who have been nominated or applied in 2026. \n \n\n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/top-100-sommeliers-portugal-2026-award-ceremony/ LOCATION:WOW Gallery\, Porto\, Rua do Choupelo 39\,\, Vila Nova de Gaia\, Porto\, 4400-088\, Portugal CATEGORIES:Award Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/SE-website_EVENTS-4.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com GEO:41.1350774;-8.6138127 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=WOW Gallery Porto Rua do Choupelo 39 Vila Nova de Gaia Porto 4400-088 Portugal;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Rua do Choupelo 39\,:geo:-8.6138127,41.1350774 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260806 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260807 DTSTAMP:20260723T123338Z CREATED:20260723T123338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T123338Z UID:10000147-1785974400-1786060799@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Discover Bolney Wine Estate: Cowes Regatta Sommelier Invitation DESCRIPTION:2026 marks the 200th Anniversary year of the historic and world-famous boating regatta and Isle of Wight’s biggest event. Bolney are the Official English Wine partner and can bring you to the centre of the action\, with 40 races happening a day and the bustle of the festival with live music\, cocktail parties and open air theatre.\n\n\nYou’ll be hosted by Jascots Wine Merchants by Prestige Business Development Manager Ana Ruiz. Please note we can pay for return transport to Brockenhurst from London by train. \nItinerary\n09:30 – Collection from Brockenhurst Station\n10:00 – Welcome glass of Bolney at idyllic Berthon Marina\n11:00 – Departure to Cowes and watch the excitement of the\nregatta from the Bolney Boat\n12:30 – Arrival at Cowes Yacht Haven\n13:00 – Lunch at the Royal Ocean Racing Club Terrace\n15:00 – Race viewing from the pontoon with afternoon\ndrinks.\n17:00 Head back to Berthon Marina for more festivities \nRSVP or more information \nSpots are offered on a limited first come first serve basis\, access to this event is restricted to trade and sommelier professionals; the organisers reserve the right to refuse entry to any person at their discretion. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/bolney-wine-estate-cowes-regatta/ LOCATION:isle of wight\, Regatta House\, 18 Bath Road\, Cowes\, Isle of Wight\, PO31 7QN\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Social Mixers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/bolney-3.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Bolney Wine Estate":MAILTO:marketing@jascots.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260810T173000 DTSTAMP:20260723T132050Z CREATED:20260723T131239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T132050Z UID:10000145-1786357800-1786383000@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Riverview Crouch Valley Vineyard Visit & Tasting DESCRIPTION:An Exclusive Sommelier Edit Experience with Riverview Crouch Valley\nJoin a group of fellow Sommeliers to visit this Essex estate who have quickly gained attention initially for the quality of grapes they farmed & now the wines they are producing.\nTheir first vineyard was planted in 2018 by Umut and Katie Yesil\, utilising fields owned by Katie’s parents Sandra and Billy (third-generation arable farmers). \nThe family converted 11 acres of gentle riverside slopes in Hullbridge into prized vineyards planted with Chardonnay\, Pinot Noir & Meunier. The Crouch Valley offers an incredible grape-growing microclimate\, benefitting from its close proximity to the river\, abundant sunshine & protection from frost. \nIn spring 2026\, they planted a second site in the historic village of Canewdon\, 10 acres of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir\,\non land farmed by their family since 1958 overlooking the River Crouch. \nAfter a walk tour of the vineyards an opportunity to taste a flight of current releases & chat with Umut & Katie. \nRSVP & more details \nSpaces are limited with places & travel details to be confirmed*\n* You will need to book train Liverpool Street to Hockley\, where transportation from Hockley to the vineyard will be provided. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/riverview-crouch-valley-vineyard-visit-tasting/ LOCATION:Riverview Crouch Valley Vineyards\, Essex\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Winery Tour ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/umut-and-katie-yesil-riverview-crouch-valley-hero.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Harry Cooper":MAILTO:harry@counter71.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260824T220000 DTSTAMP:20260811T102909Z CREATED:20260703T122241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T102909Z UID:10000140-1787596200-1787608800@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Top 100 Sommeliers Australia 2026 Award Ceremony DESCRIPTION:  \nLaunching for the first time in Australia\, the 2026 edition of Australia’s Top 100 Sommeliers will be the first of an annual list which celebrates the importance of Sommeliers. \nHosted in the Yallamundi Rooms of the Sydney Opera House\, the Sommelier Edit team will be hosting a celebratory event for Australia’s top Sommelier’s\, where the 2026 list will be announced on the night. \nIn addition\, a series of special category awards are presented by judges and sponsors to highlight outstanding achievement in beverage service. \nRegister to attend the awards ceremony.\n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n  URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/top-100-sommeliers-australia-2026-award-ceremony/ LOCATION:Sydney Opera House\, Yallamundi Rooms\, Sydney\, Australia ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260901T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260901T220000 DTSTAMP:20260529T072006Z CREATED:20260529T070204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260529T072006Z UID:10000129-1788285600-1788300000@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:2nd Annual Top 100 Sommeliers NZ 2026 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/2nd-annual-top-100-sommeliers-nz-2026/ LOCATION:The Northern Club\, Auckland\, 19 Princes Street\, Auckland Central\, 1010\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Award Events ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T160000 DTSTAMP:20260817T090410Z CREATED:20260817T090410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T090410Z UID:10000149-1788778800-1788796800@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Snapshots: Birmingham DESCRIPTION:TRADE AND PRESS ONLY\nJoin us for our upcoming Snapshot Tastings this September. We have chosen a selection of seasonal bottles showcasing an array of Snapshots of our award-winning portfolio. \nFrom Sparkling wines to picks from The Cellar Series\, new Just Landed producers to Sweet and Fortified options. Over 170 wines will be poured during the day to help you prepare your wine offering for the Autumn/Winter season – keep your eyes peeled for more details on what we will be pouring! \nRegister your interest via the link below or contact events@hnwines.co.uk for more information. \n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/snapshots-birmingham/ LOCATION:the grand hotel birmingham\, The Grand Hotel\, Colmore Row\, Birmingham\, B3 2BS\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Snap-Shots-A5-Birmingham.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hallgarten & Novum Wines":MAILTO:sales@hnwines.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260907T200000 DTSTAMP:20260905T094444Z CREATED:20260905T094304Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T094444Z UID:10000156-1788778800-1788811200@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Freed From Launch DESCRIPTION:Come and taste the drinks which survived a three-year\, 9\,000-bottle search.\nFreed From assessed alcohol-free drinks from over 2\,300 producers across 57 countries. Fewer than 4% ‘Made the Grade®’; the London launch brings together wine alternatives\, spirit alternatives and elixirs from 42 producers\, including a bespoke casket to compliment five star hotel minibars. \nTaste and compare without a producer sales pitch\, then explore bespoke cocktails which show what the spirit alternatives and elixirs can do. \nRegistration: https://www.freedfrom.com/trade-and-press URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/freed-from-launch/ LOCATION:Belvedere\, Holland Park\, Abbotsbury Rd\, London\, W8 6LU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Invitation-to-Freed-From.png ORGANIZER;CN="Luchford PR":MAILTO:Bella.Ryland@luchford.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T160000 DTSTAMP:20260906T171126Z CREATED:20260906T171126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T171126Z UID:10000158-1789381800-1789401600@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:C&C Wines Autumn Snapshot Portfolio Tasting DESCRIPTION:Join Carson & Carnevale Wines at 67 Pall Mall for our Autumn Snapshot Free-Pour Portfolio Tasting\, bringing together more than 165 seasonal wines from an international portfolio of established names\, benchmark producers and exciting discoveries.\nGuests will be able to taste wines from Leonardslee Family Vineyards\, Villa Sandi\, Gaja\, Marchesi di Barolo\, San Giusto a Rentennano\, Bodegas Palacio\, Jorge Piernas\, Grgich Hills Estate\, Silver Heights\, Célèbre and many more\, alongside new releases and wines from some of the world’s most dynamic emerging regions. \nFollow the wine trails\nCurated Wine Trails will offer a focused route through the portfolio\, while two intimate masterclasses will provide the opportunity to explore Marchesi di Barolo (including a vertical tasting of Barolo spanning 5 decades) and discover Silver Heights (the winery that helped Jancis Robinson discover China) in greater depth with the producers themselves. Masterclass places are extremely limited; sommeliers interested in attending should contact j.carson@carsoncarnevalewines.com directly to enquire about availability. \nThis tasting has been designed with the needs of sommeliers firmly in mind\, offering the opportunity to taste 165 wines across both established and emerging regions\, from benchmark names to genuinely distinctive discoveries. As a free-pour tasting\, you can discover what you want at your own pace without feeling obliged to taste wines that you might not be interested in either. The breadth of the portfolio allows sommeliers to explore wines for by-the-glass programmes\, premium listings\, food pairing and cellar development\, while our curated Wine Trails help identify wines with a clear point of difference. \nIt is also an opportunity to discover a dynamic\, service-led importer where quality\, responsiveness and long-term relationships are paramount. Carson & Carnevale Wines combines a carefully curated portfolio with an exceptional level of customer service\, including an incredible same-day delivery service\, giving sommeliers the flexibility and reliability they need in a fast-moving hospitality environment. \nCarson & Carnevale Wines is an independent UK wine importer and distributor offering same day delivery in Greater London 5 days a week alongside delivery on Saturday’s. We represent and distribute a carefully curated portfolio of family-owned\, quality-driven producers from across the world. URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/cc-wines-portfolio-tasting/ LOCATION:67 Pall Mall\, St James'\, London\, SW1Y 5ES CATEGORIES:Masterclass,Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CC.png ORGANIZER;CN="Carson & Carnevale Wines":MAILTO:j.carson@carsoncarnevalewines.com GEO:55.378051;-3.435973 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=67 Pall Mall St James' London SW1Y 5ES;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=St James':geo:-3.435973,55.378051 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T150000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260914T170000 DTSTAMP:20260902T122724Z CREATED:20260817T092512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T122724Z UID:10000150-1789398000-1789405200@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Discovery series: New Zealand viticulture & white winemaking DESCRIPTION:Deep dive into top New Zealand viticulture & white winemaking expertise with Matt Sutherland\, winemaker.\nJoin us for an exclusive masterclass with one of New Zealand’s top organic white wine makers.\nMatt Sutherland\, Dog Point’s award winning winemaker will take a detailed look into Dog Point’s white wine program and explore how hand-harvesting (a rarity in Marlborough where only 5% of grapes are picked by hand)\, low yields\, organic Biogro certification\, and native yeast ferments yield unparalleled texture\, minerality\, and aging potential. \nMatt Sutherland\, Winemaker\, Dog Point\nYou will taste top wines from the range including their cult Section 94 Sauvignon and Burgundian style Chardonnay as the winemaker provides insight into what makes the best Sauvignon and Chardonnay in New Zealand. \nThis one off session will teach you what you need to know about New Zealand white wines. Followed by drinks and networking with the experts. \n\n\nStay after the presentation to connect with fellow sommeliers\, discuss the lineup\, and enjoy drinks with the Berkmann team.\nSpace is strictly limited. Book your place now!\n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/discovery-series-new-zealand-viticulture-white-winemaking/ LOCATION:Dave’s Wine Bar\, 2 St James Passage\, London\, EC3A 5DH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Masterclass,Social Mixers ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Dog-Point_vineyards.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922 DTSTAMP:20260817T093007Z CREATED:20260703T132222Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T093007Z UID:10000141-1789948800-1790035199@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Gosset Matchmakers Finals 2026 DESCRIPTION:GOSSET MATCHMAKERS IS A FOOD AND WINE PAIRING COMPETITION FOR RISING CHEFS AND SOMMELIERS.\nThe competition\, now in its eleventh year\, represents the pinnacle of Champagne and gastronomy pairing. Each year\, it attracts rising Sommeliers and Chefs to pair up together to compete for a chance to win a VIP tour\, tasting and stay at the historic cellars of Champagne Gosset. \nGosset Matchmakers recognises and awards up-and-coming sommelier and chef partnerships who create perfect food and wine pairings in restaurants and other eateries across the country. \nIn 2026 entrants are to create a savoury or sweet dish to pair with Gosset Grand Blanc de Blanc.  \nFurther details to be found here. \n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n  URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/gosset-matchmakers-final-2026/ LOCATION:Cord by Le Cordon Bleu\, 85 Fleet Street\, London\, EC4Y 1AE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Award Events,Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Gosset-Matchmakers-2026_event-image.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260921T163000 DTSTAMP:20260817T090158Z CREATED:20260817T085826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T090158Z UID:10000148-1789988400-1790008200@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Snapshots: London DESCRIPTION:TRADE AND PRESS ONLY\nJoin us for our upcoming Snapshot Tastings this September. We have chosen a selection of seasonal bottles showcasing an array of Snapshots of our award-winning portfolio. \nFrom Sparkling wines to picks from The Cellar Series\, new Just Landed producers to Sweet and Fortified options. Over 170 wines will be poured during the day to help you prepare your wine offering for the Autumn/Winter season – keep your eyes peeled for more details on what we will be pouring! \nRegister your interest via the link below or contact events@hnwines.co.uk for more information. \n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/snapshots-london/ LOCATION:14 Stories\, 14th floor\, 120 Fenchurch St\, London\, EC3M 5BA\, 14 Stories\, 14th floor\, 120 Fenchurch St\, London\, EC3M 5BA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Snap-Shots-A5-London.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Hallgarten & Novum Wines":MAILTO:sales@hnwines.co.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929 DTSTAMP:20260902T131007Z CREATED:20260624T095130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T131007Z UID:10000136-1790553600-1790639999@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Copa Jerez UK Finals 2026 DESCRIPTION:The three chef and sommelier teams who came on top and will compete at the 2026 UK finals of Copa Jerez are:\n\nChef Aaron Blais and Sommelier Léonard Lievin from The Ritz \nChef Higinio Machado and Sommelier Ben Cardwell from Labombe by Trivet \nChef Karl O’Dell and Sommelier Jiachen Lu from Cord by Le Cordon Bleu \n\nThe three teams will present their expertly crafted menus paired with Sherry wines to judges at the live finals on Monday 28 September\, at Orrery by Pierre Minotti in Marylebone. \nTeams will prepare and cook their dishes from scratch and present them to the judges alongside their proposed Sherry wine pairings. \nThe judges\nChef Pierre Minotti who recently became Executive Chef at Orrery by Pierre Minotti having achieved 2 Michelin stars at Alex Dilling at the Hotel Café Royal\, Spanish sommelier Julio Sierra\, Wine Buyer & Head Sommelier at Orrery by Pierre Minotti\, will join 2024 Copa Jerez UK winning sommelier Zoé Donadio on the judging panel\, chaired by drinks expert and restaurant writer Douglas Blyde. \n \n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/copa-jerez-uk-finals-2026/ LOCATION:Orrey by Pierre Minotti\, Marleybone\, 55 Marylebone High Street\, London\, W1U 5RB\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Copa-Jerez-2026.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260928T120000 DTSTAMP:20260729T164131Z CREATED:20260703T143251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T164131Z UID:10000142-1790591400-1790596800@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Masterclass: Alvarinho de Monção e Melgaço DESCRIPTION:Monção & Melgaço: Alvarinho built to Age\nThe home of Alvarinho\, Monção & Melgaço\, one of the 9 sub-regions of the Vinhos Verdes Demarcated region\, in northern Portugal\, has partnered with Sommelier Edit to create a comprehensive sommelier masterclass\, exclusively for the UK. \nLed by Master Sommelier\, Stefan Neumann\, this in-depth training session will explore the regions premier wine makers\, present a selection of aged whites\, along-side younger styles\, to provide students with deep knowledge of this gastronomic white wine that’s developed a reputation for premium quality and age-worthy wines. \n\n\nDesigned for CMS and WSET students – including Systematic Approach to Tasting and Deductive Tasting tecniques.\nCandidates who attend will be eligible to take a brief test at the end of the tasting to attain their Monção & Melgaço: Alvarinho Built to Age Certificate of Participation. \nWith limited places available\, apply early to secure yours.\n\n \n \n Event Registration Form\n \n \n This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent NameThis field is hidden when viewing the formStatusPendingApprovedRejectedWaiting ListAttendedNo showYour DetailsName(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Job title(Required)Restaurant(Required)Your mobile phone number(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Declaration I understand that by applying for a place at this event I am committed to attend.Failure to attend once offered a place is as unpopular as 'no-show' at the restaurant. Please provide 48hrs notice if you are no longer able to attend.\n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ\n \n \n  URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/alvarinho-de-moncao-e-melgaco/ LOCATION:The Caledonian Club\, 9 Halkin Street\, London\, SW1X 7DR\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Masterclass,Seminar,Tasting Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Invitation-A5-Facebook-Post.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sommelier Edit":MAILTO:info@sommelieredit.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR