Edinburgh Wine Tasting and Dinners from LocalWineEvents.com

Chateauneuf du Pape Dinner

Dec 02, 2008 (Tue): A fun relaxed indulgent evening with a four course dinner in the restaurant at 28 Queen Street matched with a tasting selection chosen by Rose Murray Brown, Master of Wine. Eight different white and red Chateauneuf du Papes will be served from different producers and vintages. [...]

Grog Champagne tasting

Dec 04, 2008 (Thu): Tickets cost 20. Richard will take you through some delicious fizz & pop a few myths. Please call 0131 555 0222 for tickets. Around 9 Champagnes to try[...]

Wines for Christmas Masterclass

Dec 06, 2008 (Sat): A fun relaxed wine tasting sampling wines suitable for serving this Christmas. The tasting will include twelve different wines from Champagne, white, red to sweet dessert wines - matched alongside smoked salmon, turkey and christmas pudding canapes. The tasting will be presente[...]

Mastering the Wine List

Dec 06, 2008 (Sat): An introductory one-day workshop, held in the relaxed setting of the charming Channings boutique hotel. Guests will be welcomed at 9.30 am for a full-day course which will introduce the classic grape varieties used to make still wine, focussing on the influences of region, clima[...]

Grog Champagne Tutored Tasting

Dec 08, 2008 (Mon): Tickets cost 20. Richard will take you through some delicious fizz & pop a few myths. Please call 0131 555 0222 for tickets. Around 9 Champagnes to try. (Same Champagnes as on the 4th December event.)[...]

St Julien & Margaux Masterclass

Dec 09, 2008 (Tue): A rare chance to compare these two popular left bank appellations in Bordeaux. Learn about the differences between their 'terroirs' and taste stunning wines from their best chateaux. The tasting will be presented by Rose Murray Brown, Master of Wine. The tone of our tastings i[...]

Friarwood Wine Fair

Dec 12, 2008 (Fri): An informal tasting of over 50 fantastic wines from our exclusive portfolio, to kick-start the party season and give you a few ideas as to what you may like to drink over the coming months. The tasting will include a wide range of reds, whites, sparkling and sweet wines from a[...]

Wine in the City Winter Festival Wine Tasting School

Dec 20, 2008 (Sat): Champagne & Chocolate Back by very popular request after our sellout four star rated event at the Edinburgh Festival. Wine in the City offers you the chance to sniff, swirl & slurp the very finest champagnes tasted alongside handmade velvety smooth chocolate. A wine tasting sch[...]

WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Wines

Jan 16, 2009 (Fri): The Foundation Certificate is designed to be an entry level qualification providing an introduction to wine for people in the hospitality industry. It is ideal for boosting the confidence of new or inexperienced front-line staff. The course provides basic product knowledge and t[...]

Mastering the Wine List

Jan 17, 2009 (Sat): If you like your wine, then you'll love our new course. Held in the relaxed setting of the schools new barge venue, moored in central Edinburgh, Mastering the Wine List is a one-day introductory workshop designed to increase your confidence with wine selection and inspire you t[...]

WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines & Spirits

Jan 19, 2009 (Mon): The Intermediate Certificate is designed to provide vocational training in the broad range of wines and spirits to enhance the knowledge and confidence of staff in the customer service and sales functions of the hospitality, retail and wholesale drinks sectors. The qualification[...]

WSET Level 1 Foundation Certificate in Wines

Jan 19, 2009 (Mon): Tuesday evenings, 3 weeks, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm The Foundation Certificate is designed to be an entry level qualification providing an introduction to wine for people in the hospitality industry. It is ideal for boosting the confidence of new or inexperienced front-line staff. The[...]

The French Wine Experience

Jan 23, 2009 (Fri): Experience a journey through a range of wines from a country adapting to modern tastes without losing that Old World character. From Champagne in the North down to Languedoc beside the Mediterranean and you are sure to find a region that suits your palate. This is the ideal gi[...]

WSET Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Wines & Spirits

Feb 09, 2009 (Mon): Monday evenings, 16 weeks, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The Advanced Certificate provides an in-depth knowledge of the wide range of wines and spirits around the world and builds upon concepts introduced in the Intermediate Certificate. It is suitable for people employed in the drinks an[...]

Enjoying Wine Series

Feb 10, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed introductory wine tasting series for beginners hosted by Rose Murray Brown, Scotland's only female Master of Wine. Tastings include : Tasting Techniques/white wines Tues 10 Feb; Champagne v sparkling wine Tues 17 Feb; Rose fizz/soft juicy reds Tues 24 Feb; Full bod[...]

Introduction to Wine

Feb 10, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting series for beginners entitled 'Enjoying Wine Series', focusing on learning how to taste. This four evening series covers the main grapes, wine styles and how wine is made. It includes a tasting of ten wines each session selected & presented by Scotlan[...]

The Italian Wine Experience

Feb 20, 2009 (Fri): This is always our most popular Wine Experience. Start off with Prosecco and Pinot Gricio from the best locations finishing with a fantastically modern Nero D'Avola blend from a top winemaker in Sicily plus lots of premium wines on the way. A fun and informative evening where we[...]

Mastering the Wine List

Feb 21, 2009 (Sat): If you like your wine, then you'll love our new course. Held in the relaxed setting of the schools new barge venue, moored in central Edinburgh, Mastering the Wine List is a one-day introductory workshop designed to increase your confidence with wine selection and inspire you t[...]

WSET Level 2 Professional Certificate in Spirits

Feb 24, 2009 (Tue): Wednesday evenings, 8 weeks, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The essential toolkit of every professional bartender, spirits off the most fantastic array of sublime drinking possibilities. The vital spark in classic, cocktails, the life-affirming radiance of single malts and the consummate c[...]

The Food and Wine Matching Experience

Feb 27, 2009 (Fri): This is a great gift idea for any food and wine lover regardless of wine tasting experience. We will take the guesswork out of matching wine with food at this Food and Wine Experience. We will taste a range of premium wines from around the world, all designed with food in mind, [...]

Grog Perthshire Wine Dinner - St Fillans

Mar 13, 2009 (Fri): Great Grog's Richard will be presenting a super-gastro-event, loads of great food, with wine to match (hopefully!). Slump in the cosy lounge next to the log fire afterwards, heaven. Please call the hotel directly to book places 01764 685 333 and quote "Grog Tasting Weekend".[...]

Fine French Classics Masterclass

Mar 17, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste twelve different fine wines - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. Focusing on the classic French regions of Bordeaux, Burgundy, Alsace, Rhone and Lo[...]

Drinking with Style Series (intermediate level)

Mar 17, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting series focusing on regions - and what makes them unique. This four evening series includes a tasting of twelve fine wines each session selected & presented by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. This is the only wine course in Sc[...]

Mastering the Wine List

Mar 21, 2009 (Sat): If you like your wine, then you'll love our new course. Held in the relaxed setting of the schools new barge venue, moored in central Edinburgh, Mastering the Wine List is a one-day introductory workshop designed to increase your confidence with wine selection and inspire you t[...]

Best of Spain & Italy Masterclass

Mar 24, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste twelve different fine wines - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. Focusing on the regions of Spain and Italy. Try exciting new Albarino from Rias B[...]

The Spanish Wine Experience

Mar 27, 2009 (Fri): This is a great gift idea for any wine lover regardless of wine tasting experience. Taste and learn about some of the great wines emerging from The New Spain, an Old World country that is being re-discovered. Be prepared for some New World flavours emerging as well as some old f[...]

Best of New World Wines Masterclass

Mar 31, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste twelve different fine wines - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. Focusing on the exciting New World countries of Australia, South Africa, Chile, Ar[...]

Champagne Masterclass

Apr 07, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste ten different Champagnes - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. Focusing on Champagne - enjoy non-vintage, vintage, rose and prestige cuvee styles fr[...]

Hidden Italian Gems Masterclass

Apr 21, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste at least twelve different fine Italian wines - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. Confused by Italy? This is your chance to discover exciting new [...]

The New World Wine Experience

Apr 24, 2009 (Fri): This is a great gift idea for any wine lover regardless of wine tasting experience. Taste and learn about some stunning wines from New World countries and areas such as Australia, Argentina, Chile, California, New Zealand and South Africa and discover why these countries are so [...]

Hidden Spanish Gems Masterclass

Apr 25, 2009 (Sat): A fun relaxed wine tasting hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Try delicious white and red bargains from Spain's up and coming regions including Rueda, Rias Baixas, Somontano, Bierzo and Cigales. The evening will finish with the superb reds of [...]

Mastering the Wine List

Apr 25, 2009 (Sat): If you like your wine, then you'll love our new course. Held in the relaxed setting of the schools new barge venue, moored in central Edinburgh, Mastering the Wine List is a one-day introductory workshop designed to increase your confidence with wine selection and inspire you t[...]

Pauillac & St Estephe Masterclass

Apr 28, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste twelve different fine wines - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. This is a rare chance to compare two popular left bank appellations in Bordeaux: P[...]

Bordeaux Dinner at The Peat Inn

May 08, 2009 (Fri): A fun relaxed wine dinner hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. The evening will be held in the exquisite surroundings of the famous Peat Inn restaurant, near St Andrews in Fife. Enjoy a four course dinner prepared by the acclaimed chef Geoffrey Sm[...]

White Burgundy Masterclass

May 12, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste twelve different fine wines - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. Learn about the intricacies of this popular region and taste delicious white Burgu[...]

Cocktail Masterclass

May 15, 2009 (Fri): A fun relaxed cocktail evening hosted by Rose Murray Brown, with guest mixologist Calum Lawrie, UK Bartender of the Year. Learn how to make the best cocktails, hear about the best ingredients to buy and taste six different classic and non-classic cocktails created by Calum. A[...]

Red Burgundy Masterclass

May 19, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine tasting evening hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Taste twelve different fine wines - with a chance to win a bottle at the end of the evening. An unique chance to taste Burgundy's hidden red gems from small growers, quality d[...]

The Ros Wine Experience

May 22, 2009 (Fri): This is a great gift idea for any wine lover regardless of wine tasting experience. Taste some of great ros wines that are making a big impact at the moment. Lots of different styles ranging from the lighter colours and flavours from Provence through to the darker ros wines fro[...]

Mastering the Wine List

May 23, 2009 (Sat): If you like your wine, then you'll love our new course. Held in the relaxed setting of the schools new barge venue, moored in central Edinburgh, Mastering the Wine List is a one-day introductory workshop designed to increase your confidence with wine selection and inspire you[...]

WSET Level 2 Intermediate Certificate in Wines & Spirits

May 25, 2009 (Mon): Tuesday evenings, 9 weeks, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. The Intermediate Certificate is designed to provide vocational training in the broad range of wines and spirits to enhance the knowledge and confidence of staff in the customer service and sales functions of the hospitality, retail a[...]

Champagne tour

Jun 07, 2009 (Sun): A fun relaxed wine tasting tour hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Departing from and returning to Edinburgh airport, our six day tour offers a rare chance to visit famous houses in France's great region of Champagne - including tastings at Bol[...]

White Burgundy Masterclass

Jun 13, 2009 (Sat): A fun relaxed wine tasting hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. Learn about the intricacies of this popular region and taste delicious white Burgundy that will not 'break the bank'. Try Bourgogne Blanc, Pouilly Fuisse, Vire Clesse, Montagny, Bou[...]

South African Dinner

Jun 16, 2009 (Tue): A fun relaxed wine dinner hosted by Scotland's only female Master of Wine, Rose Murray Brown. The evening is held in the exquisite surroundings of the Dining Room of 28 Queen Street - a renovated Georgian house in the centre of Edinburgh. Enjoy a three course dinner with a ta[...]

Mastering the Wine List

Jun 27, 2009 (Sat): If you like your wine, then you'll love our new course. Held in the relaxed setting of the schools new barge venue, moored in central Edinburgh, Mastering the Wine List is a one-day introductory workshop designed to increase your confidence with wine selection and inspire you[...]