Rediscover the signature grape of Beaujolais with Victoria Daskal DipWSET and discover some gamay-zing examples from around the world.
Event details
Once looked down upon by wine enthusiasts, these days Gamay is experiencing a renaissance in popularity. Join Victoria Daskal DipWSET for a deep dive into this often misunderstood varietal.
You'll discover the history of the grape as the outlawed Burgundy varietal, and explore its home turf of Beaujolais. Victoria will discuss soil diversity, AOC laws and winemaking from carbonic maceration to minimal intervention. Trace Gamay's footsteps beyond Beaujolais – you'll taste some French examples from the Auvergne and Loire regions, and finish with styles from USA and Australia. All alongside some cheese and charcuterie from Borough Market.
About the presenter, Victoria Daskal DipWSET
Victoria is a wine writer, educator, business owner and consultant with over 15 years of experience in the wine industry. She is the founder of Mummy Wine Club, an award-winning wine subscription club and wine events company based in London. She specialises in presenting wines from all over the world through her curated selections and educational wine events.
Born in Moldova, Victoria grew up in Boston, MA and studied Economics and Psychology at McGill University in Montreal. In 2008 she completed the OIV MSc in International Wine Management – a whirlwind program that took her around 45 wine regions and 23 countries–after which she came to London to work for Jancis Robinson MW.
She has since worked in sales, events, and marketing while also completing the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines with Merit and was most recently the Managing Editor of The World of Fine Wine magazine for six years. She continues to write freelance (WFW, Falstaff, Elite Traveller), judge, and consult.
She teaches the Levels 1-3 Awards in Wines at WSET School London.
Booking terms and conditions
Payment in full must be made at the time of booking and places are not confirmed until payment has been received. Unfortunately we cannot take provisional bookings.
Cancellations and transfers
- Cancellations and transfers can be made up to two weeks before the event.
- Cancellations within 10 working days are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another event.
- If you need to change a name on the booking, please give us as much notice as possible.
- WSET School London reserves the right to cancel an event. If necessary, a full refund or transfer will be offered.
Please note: The sample list and speaker/s may be subject to change.
Tasting level
Intermediate: An in-depth exploration of a particular topic. Some prior knowledge is beneficial – such as a WSET Level 2 qualification – but these sessions will be enjoyable and educational for anyone with an interest in the subject.