Next tasting – Friday 11th March

In March we welcome Rory Benham from The Wine Treasury presenting wines from La Spinetta, Italy.

For more information:

Web: winetreasury.com Tel: 020 7793 9999
Web: la-spinetta.com

Note that Members are contacted by a member of the Committee each month to commit to attendance at the tasting.  Unfortunately, it is not possible for members or guests to simply turn up on the night owing to space limitations and the need to arrange catering in advance.

What we tasted in February 2016

Many thanks to author, editor, blogger and international wine judge Simon Woods, for presenting wines from Napa Valley, California.  Many thanks also to Napa Valley Vintners for their kind support.  We all had a fantastic evening.

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  1. Silverado Vineyards Miller Ranch Sauvignon Blanc 2013, Yountville
  2. Waterstone Chardonnay 2011, Carneros
  3. Darioush Viognier 2013, Oak Knoll
  4. Shafer Merlot 2012
  5. Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
  6. Trefethen Family Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon 2012, Oak Knoll
  7. Blackbird Arise Red Blend 2011
  8. Frog’s Leap Zinfandel 2013

 

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Next Tasting – Friday 12th February

In February we welcome back author, editor, blogger and international wine judge Simon Woods, presenting wines from California.

More information is available here:
Web: I Don’t Know Much About Wine…But I Know What I Like
Web: The World’s Shortest Wine Book*
Twitter: @woodswine
Facebook: Woodswine
YouTube: MrWoodswine

Note that Members are contacted by a member of the Committee each month to commit to attendance at the tasting. Unfortunately, it is not possible for members or guests to simply turn up on the night owing to space limitations and the need to arrange catering in advance.

What we tasted in January 2016

Many thanks to Jane Sowter from Chateau Musar for presenting a range of wines from their portfolio.  We all had a fantastic evening.

More information is available on their website and can be contacted at:

Web: chateaumusar.com
Email: info@chateaumusar.co.uk
Tel: 01508 482733

 

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John Malpass (L) and David Lee with Jane Sowter of Chateau Musar

 

  1. Musar Jeune White 2014
  2. Chateau Musar White 2007
  3. Musar Jeune Red 2012
  4. Hochar Pere et Fils Red 2011
  5. Chateau Musar Red 2008
  6. Chateau Musar Red 2003
  7. Chateau Musar Red 2000
  8. Chateau Musar Red 1999

 

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Next Tasting – Friday 8th January

In January we welcome Jane Sowter presenting wines from Chateau Musar.

For more information:

Web: chateaumusar.com
Email: info@chateaumusar.co.uk
Tel: 01508 482733

Note that Members are contacted by a member of the Committee each month to commit to attendance at the tasting. Unfortunately, it is not possible for members or guests to simply turn up on the night owing to space limitations and the need to arrange catering in advance.

What we tasted in December 2015

Many thanks to James Long from Corney & Barrow for presenting a festive range of wines from their portfolio.  We all had a fantastic evening.

More information is available on their website and can be contacted at:

Email: newmarket@corneyandbarrow.com
Phone: 01638 600 000
Address: Belvoir House, High Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8DH

 

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James Long with GUWS member John Hynd

  1. Gribble Bridge Sparkling, Biddenden Vineyards, Kent 2009
  2. Folie de Roi, Pacherenc du Vic-Bilh Sec, Producteurs Plaimont, France 2013
  3. Pinot Grigio, La Tunella, Colli Orientali del Friuli, Italy 2014
  4. Homer Riesling, Marlborough, New Zealand 2014
  5. Merlot, Domaine St-Esteve, Languedoc, France 2014
  6. Corney & Barrow Margaux, Château d’Angludet, Bordeaux, France 2010
  7. Quinta de Chocapalha Tinto, Lisbon, Portugal 2010
  8. Soraie, Venete, Cecilia Beretta, Italy 2013
  9. Corney & Barrow Sauternes, Bordeaux, France 2010

 

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Next tasting – 11th December

In December we welcome James Long from Corney & Barrow for our festive Christmas tasting.

More information is available on their website and can be contacted at:

Email: newmarket@corneyandbarrow.com
Phone: 01638 600 000
Address: Belvoir House, High Street, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8DH

Note that this tasting is limited to ticket holders only.  Unfortunately, it is not possible for members simply turn up on the night owing to space limitations.

What we tasted in November 2015

Many thanks to Ben Smith from Concha y Toro for presenting a range of premium wines from their portfolio.  We all had a fantastic evening.

More information is available here:
Web: cyt-uk.com

GUWS Chairman John Malpas with Ben Smith

 

  1. Cono Sur Reserva Especial Riesling 2014
  2. Cono Sur 20 Barrels Sauvignon Blanc 2014
  3. Marques de Casa Concha Chardonnay 2013
  4. Marques de Casa Concha Syrah 2012
  5. Trivento Golden Reserve Malbec 2012
  6. Cono Sur 20 Barrels Pinot Noir 2013
  7. Don Melchor 2011
  8. Terrunyo Block 27 Carmenere 2011
  9. Carmin de Peumo 2010

 

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Next Tasting – Friday 13th November

In November we welcome Ben Smith from Concha y Toro presenting premium wines from their portfolio.

More information is available here:
Web: cyt-uk.com

Note that Members are contacted by a member of the Committee each month to commit to attendance at the tasting. Unfortunately, it is not possible for members or guests to simply turn up on the night owing to space limitations and the need to arrange catering in advance.

What we tasted in October 2015

Many thanks to Scott Edge from Negociants UK for presenting wines from Australia.  We all had a fantastic evening.

For more information:

More information is available here:
Web: rockfordwines.com.au
Web: negociantsuk.com

 

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GUWS Treasurer Mike Atkins with Scott Edge

  1. Jim Barry Watervale Riesling 2013, Clare Valley
  2. Yalumba ‘Y’ Series Riesling 2014, Barossa Valley
  3. Yalumba Eden Valley Viognier 2013, Eden Valley
  4. Yalumba The Virgilius Viognier 2012, Eden Valley
  5. Rockford Moppa Springs Grenache/Mataro/Shiraz 2008, Barossa Valley
  6. Rockford Rod and Spur Shiraz/Cabernet 2011, Barossa Valley
  7. Rockford Rifle Range Cabernet Sauvignon 2006, Barossa Valley
  8. Rockford Basket Press Shiraz 2007, Barossa Valley

 

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