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Vinécole offers a range of tastings to cover all levels and interests - from absolute beginners to those who already have a good knowledge of wine. Whether you are looking for a quick introduction to wine tasting or a full day experience in wine, Vinécole has a tasting to suit. Learn about the wines of the Languedoc-Roussillon in a relaxed and social environment, with expert advice and in a superb location. All our wine tasting events are listed below: |
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 Tutored Tasting with TapasTry 8 wines from around the Languedoc-Roussillon. Understand the personalities and locations behind the wines. Taste the wines on their own and then with the tapas style dishes selected to harmonise the wines.
Matthew and Emma will guide you through the tasting, and give expert advice and information on the selected wines. A great introduction to the wine and food of the region. 
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| Tutored Tasting Tour of Southern France Taste your way around the major “Appelations” of the Languedoc/Roussillon. Discover the full spectrum of the wine world in one region. A two hour tutored tasting of eight wines by Matthew Stubbs Master of Wine.
This session is ideal for those who would like to study the region’s wines in more detail. By the end of the session, participants will have a basic knowledge of wine tasting, an overview of the region and an insight into why it is the most exciting wine region in the world. So much wine and so little time.
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| Wine and Food Matching Course - Level 1 Spend a day discovering how wine and food matching really works. Dispel the myths, discover your palate and understand some of the key elements of harmonising.
This day is ideal for those wanting to understand more about how wine and food works together in an informal atmosphere. There will be a great opportunity to taste a wide variety of wines and foods together. At the end of the day there will be a tapas style lunch served with eight complimentary wines.
By the end of the session you will be able to choose the right combination of wine and food with confidence. No previous knowledge of wine is necessary.
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| Champagne Master Class My only regret in life is that I didn’t drink enough Champagne. Many may concur with John Maynard Keynes’s sentiments but which Champagne should we drink? At this tutored tasting we will look at an array of styles and colours from single varietals to blends, Non Vintage to Vintage from small growers to the big ‘Names”. Discover how varied and diverse the wines of Champagne can be. By the end you will understand why the wines from the world’s most famous region have the power to delight, excite and inspire.
Wines to be presented:
Lallier Brut Selection Veuve Clicquot Brut Bollinger Special Cuvée Ayala Zero Dosage Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs Deutz Rosé Jacquesson Avize Grand Cru 2000 Gosset Grand Millésime 1999
A selection of canapés to accompany the wines will also be served.
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| One-day Wine Experience Learn how to grow grapes, make, age, blend and taste wine all in a single day. A “hands on” experience starting with a vineyard tour, winery visit and finishing up with a tasting of 8 wines.
By the end of the session you will be able to talk with confidence about the whole winemaking process and impress your friends and family with your newly-acquired tasting skills.
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| Vineyard Vist and Tour of the South of France Tasting Visit a working winery; learn how grapes are converted into wine. Take a guided tour of the vines, explore the winery, and understand the complexities of the winemaking process before tasting your way around the major “Appellations” of the Languedoc/Roussillon. Discover the full spectrum of the wine world in one region. A 2 hour tutored tasting of 8 wines by Matthew Stubbs MW and Emma Kershaw. This session is ideal for those who would like to study the region’s wines in more detail. By the end of the session, participants will have a basic knowledge of wine tasting, an overview of the region and an insight into why it is the most exciting wine region in the world. So much wine and so little time.
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| Rising Stars Master Class At this tutored tasting we will look at some of the most exciting wines produced in the Languedoc-Roussillon from some of the most innovative wine producers. The Languedoc-Roussillon is one of the largest wine regions in the world that has historically been famous for its Vins de Pays, today things are changing and this is now one of the most exciting wine regions in the world. Come and join us taste some of these great wines. Canapes included
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| Family Tasting Learn about the wines of the region with the family. Whilst the adults taste 8 wines from around the region, learning about the different 'terroirs' and styles produced in the Languedoc-Roussillon, the children taste 8 different fruit juices 'blind'.
The adults get to sample and learn about wines in a relaxed and informal setting, during which their children can explore their taste buds with the different juices on offer!
A fun and informative morning for all. 30€ adults 10€ children
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| Wine Options Wine Options is the wine identification guessing game. Pit your wits against the wine professionals and enjoy some super wines at the same time. Find a team of 4 people, choose a name and register for the most fun wine evening of the year, all accompanied by a 3 course dinner. Prizes for the winning team, bonus prizes throughout the evening.
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| After your tasting, why not enjoy lunch or dinner in the Restaurant at the domaine. For information on tastings, dates and prices , click here. | ||||||||||||||||||||
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