Whether it’s a social evening or a team-building exercise, Sean will draw on 20 years in the business and his WSET qualifications, to explain: The geography and geology of wine regions How to keep, serve, taste and drink wine Cheese and other food pairings Traditions, myths and customs of viticulturists Which wines are organic, biodynamic, vegan and hypoallergenic The history of grape growing and fermentation Wine in literature, art and song Ampelography and oenology (grape varieties and wine-making) The secrets of the vineyards Understanding bottle labels …and how to avoid hangovers! Themes include : Wine 101 : “How to taste”: Six delicious wines, each one exemplifying a different style with its own explanation and history. Regional Themes: Allow yourself to be taken on a country-wide taste-tour of viticultural virtuosity such as Italy, France, Germany, Hungary. If you have a special request, just let me know. Wine styles: Discuss the nuances of a particular wine style (for example rosé, fortified wine, or bubbles) tasting 6 examples that show the different characteristics. Food pairing: Learn why certain wines improve different foods. Contact us for private group bookings.