Celebrate International Sherry Week with a beginner-friendly tasting of one of wine's most misunderstood categories.
Event details
Evenings
From being namechecked by Shakespeare to the back of your nan's cabinet, Sherry has been on quite a journey.
In this tasting, we'll explore the wine's turbulent history, uncover the intricate methods used to produce it, and sample a range of styles from fresh Finos to oxidised Oloroso and everything in between. We'll even try a sherry cocktail and the region's emerging unfortified wines.
Join Sam Povey DipWSET to experience the mind-bending flavours of Sherry and try your hand at creating gastronomic pairings with snacks from Spain and beyond.
This tasting is ideal for anyone curious to learn more about the wines of Jerez.
Example wine list
- Bodegas Cota 45 - Miraflores "Ube"
- Tio Pepe - Fino "En Rama"
- Romate - Fino "Perdido"
- Lustau - Palo Cortado "Cayetano del Pino"
- Morrison's - 'The Best' Oloroso
- Harveys's - Bristol Cream
- Valdespino - Pedro Ximenez "El Candado"
- Plus a sherry cocktail...
About the presenter, Sam Povey
Sam Povey is a wine educator from Aberdeen, Scotland. He first discovered his interest in wine at university and pursued it by travelling to Georgia and his local wine shop. Before joining the industry, he was an economics tutor but fell into wine when he took a job behind the bar at an urban winery. He then moved into wine and food retail in north London: managing wine lists, hosting tastings and training staff. Today, he teaches the WSET Levels 1-2 Awards in Wines and hosts events 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
Beginner: No prior knowledge required, only enthusiasm! Perfect if you want to try something new, brush up on the basics, or taste some delicious drinks.