Learn about English wines at the WSET

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Who? Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET)

What? To coincide with English Wine Week, the WSET will again run their English Wine Tasting. Led by Julia Trustram-Eve from English Wine Producers, the evening will include a tutored tasting of English wines. You’ll get to learn about different producers, styles and trends. Priced at £35.

When? 6.30pm to 8.30pm, 30th May

Where? WSET, 39-45 Bermondsey Street, London SE1 3XF

How? Book online at www.wsetschool.com/which-course/evening-tasting

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