Wine Tasting

Wine & Dine : Italian style

Wednesday 26 June 2013

Wine and dine with Neil Courtier from Grape Sense
7.30 – 10.00 pm

There maybe thousands of producers in Italy and almost the same number of grape varieties grown, which in the past put an emphasis on volume rather than quality. Although making a change, is almost as difficult as crossing the road in Rome's rush-hour, the shift towards wines with real style, individuality and 'drinkability' has taken place. Join me to taste eight pace-setting Italian wines that are quite brilliant with food too.

Judging by the comments received from guests who have attended a Wine & Dine session (Matching food & wine), at The Galley, Woodbridge, this is by far the most popular platform to taste & appreciate wine.

The Galley is one of our favourite venues, offering great food. Ugur Vata, cleverly incorporates both local ingredients, with those from his native Turkey.

This format really adds another dimension to wine appreciation & enjoyment. Two wines are tasted with each course — starter / main-course / cheese & dessert, giving you the opportunity to compare & contrast.

Join us to taste eight wines specially selected from Chile & chosen to accompany a special four course dinner, designed by Ugur Vata at The Galley — Dishes that show the individuality & flair which is associated with Ugur's imaginative cooking.”

Tutor — Neil Courtier — WSET Dip, Cert Ed, AIWS.

£39.95 pp includes tuition, a minimum of eight wines for tasting and a four course dinner

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Wine & Dine : Affordable Bordeaux

Thursday 11 April 2013

Wine and dine with Neil Courtier from Grape Sense
7.30 – 10.00 pm

Bordeaux has its fair share of iconic bottles that fetch scary prices, but, there's been an emergence of quite delicious wines across the various styles — white, red, rosé & sweet, from lesser-known / 'on the fringe' regions. Join me to taste a range of 'Affordable Bordeaux' wines.

Judging by the comments received from guests who have attended a Wine & Dine session (Matching food & wine), at The Galley, Woodbridge, this is by far the most popular platform to taste & appreciate wine.

The Galley is one of our favourite venues, offering great food. Ugur Vata, cleverly incorporates both local ingredients, with those from his native Turkey.

This format really adds another dimension to wine appreciation & enjoyment. Two wines are tasted with each course — starter / main-course / cheese & dessert, giving you the opportunity to compare & contrast.

Join us to taste eight wines specially selected from Chile & chosen to accompany a special four course dinner, designed by Ugur Vata at The Galley — Dishes that show the individuality & flair which is associated with Ugur's imaginative cooking.”

Tutor — Neil Courtier — WSET Dip, Cert Ed, AIWS.

£39.95 pp includes tuition, a minimum of eight wines for tasting and a four course dinner

Book now

Wine & Dine : What's new — from Chile

Wednesday 13 February 2013

Wine and dine with Neil Courtier from Grape Sense

7.30 – 10.00 pm

“There’s some fantastic new wines and emerging regions coming out of Chile, many of which are scooping awards in the major competitions. Join me to taste a truly exciting line-up of wines at the next Wine & Dine.

Judging by the comments received from guests who have attended a Wine & Dine session (Matching food & wine), at The Galley, Woodbridge, this is by far the most popular platform to taste & appreciate wine.

The Galley is one of our favourite venues, offering great food. Ugur Vata, cleverly incorporates both local ingredients, with those from his native Turkey.

This format really adds another dimension to wine appreciation & enjoyment. Two wines are tasted with each course — starter / main-course / cheese & dessert, giving you the opportunity to compare & contrast.

Join us to taste eight wines specially selected from Chile & chosen to accompany a special four course dinner, designed by Ugur Vata at The Galley — Dishes that show the individuality & flair which is associated with Ugur's imaginative cooking.”

Tutor — Neil Courtier — WSET Dip, Cert Ed, AIWS.

Mussels and Whitebait Fritters, accompanied by Walnut sauce

Char-grilled Aberdeen Angus Sirloin steak, glazed with whole grain mustard and horseradish butter

Smoked Shropshire Blue

Rich Belgian Chocolate Delice

£39.95 pp includes tuition, a minimum of eight wines for tasting and a four course dinner

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The savvy festive wine buyer

Wednesday 05 December 2012

Wine and dine with Neil Courtier from Grape Sense

7.30 – 10.00 pm

“Join me to taste some great value wines to enjoy over the festive period, that meet the demands of the informal party, Christmas lunch and the smart dinner party too.

Judging by the comments received from guests who have attended a Wine & Dine session (Matching food & wine), at The Galley, Woodbridge, this is by far the most popular platform to taste & appreciate wine.

The Galley is one of our favourite venues, offering great food. Ugur Vata, cleverly incorporates both local ingredients, with those from his native Turkey.

This format really adds another dimension to wine appreciation & enjoyment. Two wines are tasted with each course — starter / main-course / cheese & dessert, giving you the opportunity to compare & contrast.

Join me to taste eight wines specially selected with the festive holiday / Christmas in mind, specially chosen to accompany a four course dinner designed by Ugur Vata at The Galley — Dishes that show the individuality & flair which is associated with Ugur's imaginative cooking.”

Tutor — Neil Courtier — WSET Dip, Cert Ed, AIWS.

£39.95 pp includes tuition, a minimum of eight wines for tasting and a four course dinner

Book now

Wine & Dine : A Taste of Burgundy

Wednesday 24 October 2012

Wine and dine with Neil Courtier from Grape Sense

7.30 – 10.00 pm

”Join me to taste some fabulous wines from one of the world's most renowned wine regions. Burgundy's on top-form right now & never before has the wine lover been presented with such a wide range of styles & consistency.

Judging by the comments received from guests who have attended a Wine & Dine session (Matching food & wine), at The Galley, Woodbridge, this is by far the most popular platform to taste & appreciate wine.

The Galley is one of our favourite venues, offering great food. Ugur Vata, cleverly incorporates both local ingredients, with those from his native Turkey.

This format really adds another dimension to wine appreciation & enjoyment. Two wines are tasted with each course — starter / main-course / cheese & dessert, giving you the opportunity to compare & contrast.

Join me to taste eight wines from Burgundy, including the various styles & diversity that this region offers, specially chosen to accompany a four course dinner designed by Ugur Vata at The Galley - Dishes that show the individuality & flair which is associated with Ugur's imaginative cooking.

Tutor — Neil Courtier — WSET Dip, Cert Ed, AIWS.

£39.95 pp includes tuition, a minimum of eight wines for tasting & a four course dinner

Wine & Dine : From Muscadet to Sancerre - classic Loire

Wednesday 11 July 2012

Wine and dine with Neil Courtier from Grape Sense
7.30 – 10.00 pm

”Judging by the comments received from guests who have attended a Wine & Dine session (Matching food & wine), at The Galley, Woodbridge, this is by far the most popular platform to taste & appreciate wine.

The Galley is one of our favourite venues, offering great food. Ugur Vata, cleverly incorporates both local ingredients, with those from his native Turkey.

This format really adds another dimension to wine appreciation & enjoyment. Two wines are tasted with each course — starter / main-course / cheese & dessert, giving you the opportunity to compare & contrast.

Join me to taste eight wines from the Loire region, including the various styles & diversity that this area offers, specially chosen to accompany a four course dinner designed by Ugur Vata at The Galley - Dishes that show the individuality & flair which is associated with Ugur's imaginative cooking.

Tutor — Neil Courtier — WSET Dip, Cert Ed, AIWS.

£39.95 pp includes tuition, a minimum of eight wines for tasting & a four course dinner

Wine & Dine : Rioja

Thursday 17 May 2012

Wine and dine with Neil Courtier from Grape Sense
7.30 – 10.00 pm

”Judging by the comments received from guests who have attended a Wine & Dine session (Matching food & wine), at The Galley, Woodbridge, this is by far the most popular platform to taste & appreciate wine.

The Galley is one of our favourite venues, offering great food. Ugur Vata, cleverly incorporates both local ingredients, with those from his native Turkey.

This format really adds another dimension to wine appreciation & enjoyment. Two wines are tasted with each course — starter / main-course / cheese & dessert, giving you the opportunity to compare & contrast.

Join me to taste eight wines from the Rioja region, including white, rosé & of course a range of red wines, specially chosen to accompany a four course dinner designed by Ugur Vata at The Galley — dishes that show the individuality & flair which is associated with Ugur's imaginative cooking.

Tutor — Neil Courtier — WSET Dip, Cert Ed, AIWS.

£39.95 pp includes tuition, a minimum of eight wines for tasting & a four course dinner