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:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250714T123000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250714T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T223104 CREATED:20250501T094133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T110444Z UID:10000056-1752496200-1752508800@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Taylor's Port Vintage Years UK Sommelier Challenge DESCRIPTION:Successful nominees from around the UK invited to attend an event at Berry Bros & Rudd’s Napoleon Cellar on Monday 14 July\, which will hosted by Taylor’s Port Technical Director and Head Winemaker\, David Guimaraens.\nAs part of the competition\, participants will blind taste their way through six different Vintage Ports from six different decades\, after which they will be asked to write a tasting note\, suggest a recommended drinking window and advise on what dish they see each wine sitting against on their menu. \nFollowing the event\, participants will have one week to refine their answers prior to submission. Guimaraens will judge the winners based on the accuracy of their tasting notes\, suggested drinking windows and the quality of their pairing suggestions. \nPrior to the blind tasting\, on the day all entrants will be treated to a seminar on Vintage Port led by Guimaraens\, which includes a Port Tong masterclass. \nThe overall winner of the Taylor’s Port Vintage Years | UK Sommelier Challenge\, will receive a two-night trip to Porto for two people staying at the five-star Yeatman Hotel\, including meals and a private tasting with David Guimaraens as well as a selection of Taylor’s Vintage Port. The runner up and those competitors who are placed third\, fourth and fifth\, will also receive prizes. \nby invitation only URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/taylors-port-vintage-years-uk-sommelier-challenge/ LOCATION:Napoleon Cellar\, Berry Bros & Rudd\, 3 St James Street\, London\, SW1A 1EG\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Taylors-vintage-port.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Otaria Communications & Media Ltd.":MAILTO:celine@otaria.co.uk GEO:51.505567;-0.1381049 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Napoleon Cellar Berry Bros & Rudd 3 St James Street London SW1A 1EG United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=3 St James Street:geo:-0.1381049,51.505567 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250719 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250721 DTSTAMP:20260418T223104 CREATED:20250613T113046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T113627Z UID:10000060-1752883200-1753055999@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:100 Years of Rioja Festival DESCRIPTION:To celebrate a century of excellence\, Rioja Wine UK is hosting 100 Years of Rioja — a two-day festival at Hackney Bridge in East London on 19th and 20th July.\nThis summer\, Rioja Wine UK is bringing the vibrant energy of Spain to East London with 100 Years of Rioja – a new wine festival celebrating a century of world-class winemaking. Hosted by TV wine icon Olly Smith and world-renowned Spanish chef Omar Allibhoy\, the festival will take place on 19–20 July at Hackney Bridge. Wine lovers will have the chance to revel in the past\, present\, and future of Spain’s leading wine region in a vibrant celebration of all things Rioja. \n \nDiscover a century of Rioja wine  \nFestival-goers will be able to explore Rioja’s full range of styles with 50 different wines available to buy by the glass\, bottle or as 50ml samples. From elegant whites and refreshing rosés to fruit-forward reds and rich\, barrel-aged classics\, there’s a Rioja to suit every palate. \nSet against the thriving riverside backdrop of Hackney Bridge\, the festival will showcase Rioja’s rich heritage and dynamic wine culture through expert-led masterclasses\, live chef demonstrations\, bold food and wine pairings and lively entertainment—bringing the spirit of Spain and the soul of Rioja to life. \nRaise a glass with the experts\nAward-winning wine expert and TV presenter Olly Smith will take guests on a tasting journey through Rioja’s key moments — from the official creation of the wine region in 1925 to its rise on the global stage. Visitors will also have the chance to meet the winemakers themselves during intimate panel tastings\, exploring the stories and styles behind both heritage producers and new-generation talent. \nPair flavours from around the world\nA line-up of global street food vendors will serve bespoke\, pintxo-style dishes — each paired with a recommended Rioja wine to highlight the region’s versatility. \nFestival admission is £10 (+ booking fee) and includes £10 worth of wine tokens\, redeemable against 50ml Rioja wine samples. Premium tickets will also be on offer\, giving consumers additional access to one of the wine masterclasses during their session. \n100 Years of Rioja will be a vibrant celebration of Spanish wine\, gastronomy and culture\, featuring: \n\n50 exceptional Rioja wines — all available by the glass\, bottle or 50ml sample size\nLive chef demonstrations hosted by renowned Spanish chef Omar Allibhoy\nMasterclasses with wine expert Olly Smith and a panel of visiting Rioja winemakers\nStreet food\, live music and entertainment throughout the weekend to capture the energy of Rioja!\n\nFull event details and ticket info can also be found here: https://100yearsofrioja.eventbrite.co.uk URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/100-years-of-rioja-festival/ LOCATION:Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park\, Units 1-28\, ECHO BUILDING\, London\, E15 2SJ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/100-years-rioja.jpg GEO:51.5446466;-0.0214062 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park Units 1-28 ECHO BUILDING London E15 2SJ;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Units 1-28\, ECHO BUILDING:geo:-0.0214062,51.5446466 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250826T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T223104 CREATED:20250731T112414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T112414Z UID:10000061-1756233000-1756245600@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Top 100 Sommeliers New Zealand 2025 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/top-100-sommeliers-new-zealand-2025/ LOCATION:Park Hyatt Auckland\, 99 Halsey Street\, Auckland Central\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand CATEGORIES:Award Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Roederer_NZ_Top100Sommeliers2025_vindigo.png ORGANIZER;CN="Otaria Communications & Media Ltd.":MAILTO:celine@otaria.co.uk GEO:-36.8424098;174.7580022 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Park Hyatt Auckland 99 Halsey Street Auckland Central Auckland 1010 New Zealand;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=99 Halsey Street:geo:174.7580022,-36.8424098 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250929T143000 DTSTAMP:20260418T223104 CREATED:20250905T102919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T102919Z UID:10000063-1759136400-1759156200@sommelieredit.com SUMMARY:Gosset Matchmakers Final 2025 DESCRIPTION:Five Teams Announced as Finalists\nfor the 10th Anniversary Edition\nof the Gosset Matchmakers Competition\nChampagne Gosset\, available exclusively in the UK through Hallgarten Wines\, is delighted to announce the five finalist teams for the prestigious 10th anniversary edition of the Gosset Matchmakers competition. This annual contest pairs emerging chefs and sommeliers\, challenging them to create a dish that this year harmonizes beautifully with Gosset Grande Réserve Champagne. \nThe finalist teams will showcase their skills in a live cook-off on Monday\, 29 September\, at CORD by Le Cordon Bleu Restaurant in London\, judged by a panel of leading industry experts. The winning duo will be revealed on the day and awarded an exclusive private visit to Maison Gosset\, where they will enjoy a guided tour and tasting with chef de cave Odilon de Varine. \nLearn more about this year’s finalists >> visit the Gosset Matchmakers website \nIf you would like to attend the final\, to watch the teams prepare their dishes and/or stay to hear who the winner will be\, simply complete the registration below.\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 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://sommelieredit.com/event/gosset-matchmakers-final-2025/ LOCATION:CORD Restaurant\, Fleet Street\, London\, Greater London\, EC4Y 1AE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Competitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sommelieredit.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Gosset-Champ-Comp_kitchen.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Otaria Communications & Media Ltd.":MAILTO:celine@otaria.co.uk GEO:51.5138512;-0.1060035 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=CORD Restaurant Fleet Street London Greater London EC4Y 1AE United Kingdom;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Fleet Street:geo:-0.1060035,51.5138512 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR