Wine tastings

Matthew Jukes’ Structured Wine Tasting – 1pm

Sponsored by Gullands Solicitors

World-renowned wine writer and monthly Vineyard columnist Matthew Jukes will be conducting a structured wine tasting for 120 guests on the day. Each guest will be presented with 6 UK wines to sample. Selected by Matthew, these will include still, sparkling and Rosé. Over the course of an hour, Matthew will explain why he feels each one is special and warrants acclaim. This is your opportunity to have an exclusive insight into the very best of British wines with one of the world’s leading wine writers.

At just £30, early booking is advised. Proceeds of ticket sales will be donated to the Drinks Trust.

Winemaking Masterclass: Dealcoholisation of Sparkling Wine – 3:30pm

Dealcoholisation of wine in sparkling wine production – potential in the context of climate change

Led by Matthias Schmitt of Hochschule Geisenheim University, this masterclass will explore the sensory effects of dealcoholisation and substitution strategies to maintain the organoleptic balance of low-alcohol sparkling wines. With the rare opportunity to taste wines in various stages of this process, this masterclass will offer detailed insight into one of the largest growing areas of the wine industry.

Sponsored by Kreston Reeves

Dr Belinda Kemp of NIAB and vice-president of Microbiology Expert Group in the International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) will chair this sparkling masterclass. Throughout the masterclass, Matthias will present research and innovations designed to improve the

experience of drinking no/low alcohol wines. This masterclass will highlight many techniques and applications from early harvesting to the addition of CO2 and sweetening with rectified grape must. This world-leading research and the opportunity to experience the differences produced in the resulting wines are available for only 120 guests at this year’s Vineyard & Winery Show.

Tickets cost £25 and are expected to sell quickly.