Wine expert Kelli White joins us from across the pond to celebrate the launch of her new book, Wine Confident.
Event details
The same things that make wine thrilling – its breadth of regions, varieties, vintages and languages – can also make it intimidating. Join expert Kelli White for an evening demystifying this complex world via her new book, Wine Confident.
In the book, Kelli takes the anxiety out of wine descriptions, debunks the myths around restaurant choices, tells the truth about sommeliers (she’s been there, she is one!) and teaches us how to order wine like a pro.
For Kelli, wine really matters – not just as a fine-dining accompaniment or to relax your shoulders at the end of a long day, but as a clue to the character of our natural world.
Over the evening, Kelli will guide attendees through some key messages from her book while tasting a selection of wines that illuminate her points.
She will look at taste and smell, explained in her own innovative way, as well as the importance of language and how it connects to flavour.
Kelli will also guide you through collecting and will look at some of the key movements in the wine world today, including understanding organic, biodynamic, regenerative and sustainable production in our warming world.
Join her at this one of a kind event for some real words of wine wisdom.
A copy of Wine Confident is included with every ticket.
Example wine list
- Nyetimber Classic Cuvee NV
- Ruggeri 'Guistino B' Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG NV
- Domaine Maby 'Cuvée Prima Donna Rosé' Tavel 2023
- Domaine des Baumard 'Clos du Papillon' Savennières 2007
- Fattori Valparadiso Pinot Grigio delle Venezie 2023
- Jean-Marc Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet '1er Cru Les Vergers' 2021
- Château de Beaucastel Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2017
- Trefethen Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2015 (magnum)
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.
About the presenter, Kelli White
Kelli A. White is the Director of Education for the Wine Center at Meadowood in Napa Valley. She is also a celebrated sommelier and author, having penned the award-winning Napa Valley, Then & Now and contributed to a variety of other books including the World Atlas of Wine, the Oxford Companion to Wine, and the Academie du Vin Library works On California, On Champagne and On Burgundy. Her articles have appeared in many top wine publications and earned her two coveted Roederer Awards. In addition to making select television and film appearances, Kelli has lectured on wine all over the world. She prides herself on making wine easy to understand without oversimplifying the subject. She lives in Napa with her husband and daughter.
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.