Blind Tasting: Classic Reds, Wednesday 1st March 2017

If you can’t tell your Claret from your Beaujolais, this is the evening for you. Dedicated to the classic, Old World reds that belong in every cellar, this evening will be all about tasting and learning about the differences between classic grapes such as Syrah, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. We’ll be comparing wines blind in pairs and comparing easily confused styles. Your host, Wine and Spirit Education Specialist Barbara Drew will point out the differences along the way, giving you tips and tricks for picking up on these wines when served blind. Ideal for exam students and those wanting a thorough overview of the world’s key red wines. Hosted by Barbara Drew, Wine and Spirit Education Specialist

Wines to be tasted:
Champagne Lahaye, Blanc de Noirs, Brut
2013 Volnay, Benjamin Leroux, Burgundy
2014 Régnié, Domaine Julien Sunier, Beaujolais
2009 Barolo, La Pira, Roagna, Piedmont, Italy
2005 Gran Reserva 904, La Rioja Alta, Rioja, Spain
2009 El Nogal, Pago de los Capellanes, Ribera del Duero, Spain
2011 Ch. Berliquet, St Emilion, Bordeaux
2010 Caiarossa, Tuscany, Italy
2011 Berry Bros. & Rudd Pauillac by Ch. Lynch Bages, Bordeaux
2011 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Giraud, Domaine Saint Préfert, Rhône
2008 Pombal do Vesuvio, Douro, Portugal
2014 Crozes-Hermitage, Domaine Combier, Rhône
2014 Berry Bros. & Rudd Chianti Classico by Badia a Coltibuono, Tuscany, Italy

Dress code: smart casual

NB Wines for this event have been chosen from Berry Bros. & Rudd’s historic stock and may not be available to order following the event.