Matt ‘Gantos’ Gant and John ‘JR’ Retsas make wines to drink rather than pontificate upon. John is in town to host this First Drop Masterclass.
Dinner at the Kent Hotel with a spotlight on alternative varieties. Featuring XO Wine Co. Fiano, Nebbiolo, and Tempranillo with matching food.
The range of wines by First Drop is extensive and yet all the wines I have tasted are pleasing. My rep, Toby, keeps pouring me new First Drop wines, and ... Read more
XO Wine Company Dinner at the Moat 16th February
After my trip to France earlier in the year, I’ve been missing drinking insanely good French wine. So I’ve decided to host a French wine dinner.
Pretty, medium weight, and precise. Metrat Fleurie La Roilette is a joy to drink now; there are other Beaujolais to age, this one is to enjoy
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Follow Phil, Charlie and Tempieras they strut the cellar fantastic.
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Every time you taste a wine, it is an event. I would like to think it can be educational too. I hate stuffy wine events, so whether it’s a casual tasting or a Masterclass over dinner, I promise a fun, interactive and informative occasion… with great wine. Please take a peak below or view all our events here.
Sparkling Wine, Champagne, and Seafood Dinner at Dakota 25th March
It has been a long time between shared drinks for a lot of us. I have not hosted a dinner since October 2019. I am keen to get out and share great food and great company. How about you?
Let’s not muck around either! Straight to the top shelf. Champagne, Sparkling wine, and three courses (plus canapes). I’m excited to be teaming up with Dakota for the first time, the menu they have prepared is going to elevate these wines to a new level.
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Your Own Private or Corporate Event @ Any venue you’re comfortable with. Wine is more than just a thing you drink. You share it with people you care about, and you tell stories about the wines and wine places you’ve been. A well-run wine tasting can be an experience of its own. The love of great wine is a concept that brings people together. Sharing it bonds people. This is an opportunity for you to share a special experience with family, friends, clients, colleagues or anyone you want to share some great wine with. Let’s talk about how to make your event special.
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