Intelligent wine tasting

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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A quick-fire introduction to wine tasting. The ideal starting point for those visiting the region or for those people who want a brief introduction to the world of wine.

In 30 minutes you will understand the basics of how to taste wine and receive some tips on what to look for on your next visit or wine purchase. Taste 3 wines, a white, a rosé and a red in this fast and enjoyable session.

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Price: €15
Duration: 30 minutes
Dates: Every day except mondays and weekends. Saturdays arrangement by request.
Time: 12:00 - 12:30pm
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Click here to open and close this panelTutored Tasting with Tapas

Try 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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Price: €40.00
Duration: 2.5 hours
Dates:  
  March 15 (10:00AM - 12:30PM)
  April 12 (10:00AM - 12:30PM)
Click here to open and close this panelTutored 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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Price: €30.00
Duration: 2 hours
Dates:  
  March 26 (10:00AM - 12:00PM)
  April 08 (10:00AM - 12:00PM)
  April 23 (10:00AM - 12:00PM)
Click here to open and close this panelWine 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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Price: 95€
Duration: One-day
Dates:  
  April 22 (10:00AM - 3:00PM)
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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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Price: €175.00
Duration: 8 hours
Dates:  
  March 19 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)
  April 16 (9:00AM - 5:00PM)
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Click here to open and close this panelVineyard 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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Price: €40
Duration: Three hours
Dates:  
  March 24 (10:00AM - 1:00PM)
  April 28 (10:00AM - 1:00PM)
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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