Manchester Wine School

11/08/2026

With another heatwave on the way… ☀️🍷

Should red wine have a place in the fridge?

We get asked questions like this all the time at our tastings - and the answer isn’t always as straightforward as you might think!

Come along, taste some great wines and get all those wine questions answered.

What’s your favourite red grape variety to drink chilled? Let us know below 👇

27/07/2026

There are still a few spaces left for our Rías Baixas Masterclass on August 7th, and we'd love to see you for it. Yes of course there'll be some Albariño – five different ones, one of which is now 10 years old and sells for £50+. But there’ll also be an extra white made from the little-known Caiño Blanco grape, plus two of the region’s rare red wines - in a 2023 piece for Decanter magazine, Tim Atkin MW was prompted to say, ‘Rías Baixas’ reds are some of the most exciting in Spain right now.’

AND there’s merch - all those coming along will receive a laminated map, a corkscrew, a pencil and a tote bag, probably made from organic Egyptian cotton - most of them seem to be...

Book now for just £47.50 for what should be a fascinating tasting

https://www.localwineschool.com/manchester/rias-baixas-masterclass

24/07/2026

⚠️🍷 No hard sell - just good wine, great company and plenty of useful tips!

At Manchester Wine School, we’re independent. We’re not tied to any retailer, producer or wine company, and there’s nothing to buy at the end of your tasting.

We source our wines from a wide range of shops and suppliers, choosing bottles that are interesting, good value and easy to find again afterwards.

Come along, relax and discover more about what’s in your glass - without the sales pitch.

22/07/2026

Italy has centuries of winemaking history - and some truly remarkable old vineyards to show for it. 🇮🇹🍷

Join us for The Ancient Vines of Italy, a two-hour masterclass presented in collaboration with The Old Vine Project, featuring eight wines from across the country.

Expect a fascinating mix of celebrated regions and lesser-known corners of Italy, all chosen to demonstrate the concentration, complexity and character that ancient, gnarled vines can bring to a wine.

📅 Friday 2nd October 2026
🕖 7pm
📍 Maldron Hotel Manchester City Centre
🎟️ £50

There are currently 10 places available. You can also save £10 by booking this alongside the Michael Palij Masterclass on 11th November as part of our Italian Bundle.

08/07/2026

Last call for our Alsace Masterclass this coming Saturday. It's your chance to work out why the wine trade loves this wonderful wine region, and we’ll be sampling no few than nine wines, two of them from Grand cru vineyards

The line-up consists of.....two Crémants..two red wines..two Gewürztraminers..one Riesling, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris

There’ll also be some cheese and charcuterie to nibble on – Alsace wines are especially food-friendly. So who's going to grab the last three tickets?

Wines of Alsace Masterclass with Simon Woods : Manchester Wine School - Wine Tasting Manchester, Wine Courses Manchester, WSET Courses Manchester & Corporate Wine Events Manchester from Manchester Wine School

26/06/2026

Sunshine, sea breeze and Albariño straight from the vines 🌿

This gorgeous shot was taken by WSET tutor while out in Rías Baixas – home to some of Spain’s most vibrant, refreshing white wines.

Expect bright citrus, peachy fruit, a salty Atlantic edge and wines that are absolutely made for seafood, sunshine and good company.

We’ll be pouring, tasting and talking through the stories behind the wines at our upcoming Manchester Wine School tasting. Whether you’re new to wine or already a fan of Albariño, this is a brilliant chance to discover why Rías Baixas has become one of the world’s great white wine regions.

Places are limited, so book your spot now via the link in our bio.

20/06/2026

Still need a Father’s Day gift?

Manchester Wine School e-vouchers make a brilliant last-minute present - thoughtful, easy, and delivered straight to your inbox.

Dad can choose the tasting and date that suits him best, from cheese and wine evenings to Champagne masterclasses, relaxed intro tastings and more.

No postage. No panic. No wrapping required.

E-vouchers available now - link in bio.

06/06/2026

Eight premium sparkling wines. Three Champagnes. One very good reason to book quickly.

Our Prestige Champagne & Sparkling Wine Masterclass is next Friday, and there are only 5 places left.

£60 per person - but the full line-up would cost over £250 to buy by the bottle.

Book now before the last spaces disappear.

13/05/2026

Our next WSET Level 1 Award in Wines course starts this Sunday, 24 May, with only 5 places left.

It’s the ideal introduction for anyone who wants to understand wine with more confidence - whether you’re curious, enthusiastic, or beginning a career in hospitality.

You’ll cover key wine styles, tasting technique, food and wine matching, and finish the day with the WSET Level 1 exam.

Upcoming dates:
Sunday 24 May
Sunday 13 September
Sunday 8 November

All courses take place at Maldron City Centre, Manchester.

Book via the link in bio.

05/05/2026

A few behind-the-scenes shots from the recent International Wine Challenge.

Simon has been busy judging at the IWC, one of the world’s biggest and most respected wine competitions.

With hundreds of expert judges from around the world, it’s all about blind tasting, careful checking and finding the wines that really deserve to stand out. You may spot some very familiar faces from the wine world too!

Luckily for us, Simon brings that same experience back to Manchester Wine School - just in a much more relaxed, fun and drinkable setting.

Join us at a tasting soon 🍷