Hertfordshire Wine School

Hertfordshire Wine School Wine tastings and courses for everyone. If you like wine, but would like to know a little more about grapes, labels and wine styles, this is for you.

Learn more about wine in a fun and relaxing setting with Hertfordshire Wine School. Choose from a range of wine courses in Harpenden and St Albans, including 1-evening tastings, 8-week evening courses and a Saturday daytime course with Champagne and lunch. No experience necessary and all courses are available as gift vouchers, with prices starting from just £30. Easy to book on-line via the website or click here: https://linktr.ee/hertswineschool

🍷Out of the Ordinary: Hidden Gem Wines🍷The best wines aren’t always the most famous.Join us as we venture off the beaten...
10/06/2026

🍷Out of the Ordinary: Hidden Gem Wines🍷

The best wines aren’t always the most famous.

Join us as we venture off the beaten track to discover wines from lesser-known regions, unusual grape varieties, and unexpected corners of the wine world.

We’ll taste at least 6 wines that deserve a spot on your radar, learn what makes them unique, and maybe even find your next favourite bottle.

📅 Thursday 9 July
🕖 7pm - 9pm
📍The Cheese Plate, Buntingford

🎟️ Book via our website: hertfordshirewineschool.com (link to all events in bio)


🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Discover English Wines 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 There’s more to English wine than traditional method sparkling! Join us to explor...
09/06/2026

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Discover English Wines 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

There’s more to English wine than traditional method sparkling! Join us to explore a range of English wines, from crisp fizz to impressive still styles, and discover why England is one of the most exciting wine-producing countries right now.

We’ll taste through different grape varieties and styles, learn how to taste wine like a pro, pick up top tips for choosing wine with confidence, and get practical ideas for food and wine pairings.

A fun, relaxed evening of wine tasting whether you’re already an English wine fan or curious to discover more.

📅 Wednesday 8 July
🕖 7pm - 9pm
📍The White Rooms, St Albans

🎟️ Book via our website: hertfordshirewineschool.com (link to all events in bio)


🍷Saturday Intro to Wines from the Americas🍷Join us for a full day wine tasting experience with great wines, delicious fo...
08/06/2026

🍷Saturday Intro to Wines from the Americas🍷

Join us for a full day wine tasting experience with great wines, delicious food and plenty to discover.

We’ll explore a selection of wines from across North and South America, starting with a sparkling wine, followed by a range of white wines before a 3-course lunch. After lunch we’ll move on to a selection of red wines, finishing with a sweet wine.

Throughout the day you’ll taste a wide variety of grape varieties and styles from across the Americas, learn how winemaking and climate shape what’s in your glass, and we’ll share our top tips for choosing wine with confidence.

We’ll also cover practical ideas for food and wine pairing to help you get even more from every bottle.

This experience makes a great gift for any food and wine lover!

📅 Saturday 4 July
🕖 11am - 4pm
📍Lussmanns, Harpenden

🎟️ Book via our website: hertfordshirewineschool.com (link to all events in bio)


🇫🇷 Flavours of France: A Food & Wine Experience 🇫🇷Join us for a laid back evening of great wine and delicious food, insp...
07/06/2026

🇫🇷 Flavours of France: A Food & Wine Experience 🇫🇷

Join us for a laid back evening of great wine and delicious food, inspired by the classic flavours of France.

We’ll taste 6 fantastic wines from across France, each paired with a selection of French-inspired small plates, all freshly prepared by

Perfect for food lovers, wine enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a fun and flavour-packed night out.

📅 Thursday 2 July
🕖 7pm – 9pm
📍 Toast, St Albans

🎟️ Book via our website: hertfordshirewineschool.com (link to all events in bio)


🍾 Posh v Plonk: Sparkling Edition 🍾3 sparkling wine showdowns.
Each pair: same region, same method… different price tag....
06/06/2026

🍾 Posh v Plonk: Sparkling Edition 🍾

3 sparkling wine showdowns.

Each pair: same region, same method… different price tag. One supermarket bottle. One premium bottle.

Same question every time: can you tell which is which?

Your job? Decide what’s worth the extra spend… and what isn’t.

Blind tasting. No labels. No bias. Just bubbles.

📅 Wednesday 1 July
🕖 7pm – 9pm
📍The White Rooms, St Albans

🎟️ Book via our website: hertfordshirewineschool.com (link to all events in bio)


Cheers to National Fish & Chips Day!Tonight’s very important question: what are you drinking with your fish & chips?A cr...
05/06/2026

Cheers to National Fish & Chips Day!

Tonight’s very important question: what are you drinking with your fish & chips?

A crisp, zesty Sauvignon Blanc.
A mouthwatering, lip-zapping Picpoul de Pinet.
A bone-dry Riesling with that racy acidity.
Or a fresh, dry rosé if you’re feeling breezy.

All excellent choices.

But our personal favourite? Traditional method sparkling — Champagne, Crémant, Cava or English Sparkling Wine (other traditional method bubbles are available, obvs).

The acidity and bubbles cut through the richness of the batter brilliantly — and let’s be honest, salty chips are delicious with everything.

If you’ve never tried it, today is the perfect excuse to give it a go.

What are you drinking with your fish & chips tonight?


🍷July Events at HWS🍷Book our July wine tasting events now! 🍾 Wednesday 1 July: Posh v Plonk - Sparkling Wine Edition (St...
02/06/2026

🍷July Events at HWS🍷

Book our July wine tasting events now!

🍾 Wednesday 1 July: Posh v Plonk - Sparkling Wine Edition (St Albans)
🇫🇷 Thursday 2 July: Flavours of France - Food & Wine Evening with the Catalan Chef (St Albans)
🌏 Saturday 4 July: Saturday Introduction to Wines from the Americas with lunch at Lussmanns (Harpenden)
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿Wednesday 8 July: Discover English Wines (St Albans)
🍷Thursday 9 July: Out of the Ordinary - Hidden Gem Wines (Buntingford)

🎟️ Book via our website: hertfordshirewineschool.com (link to all events in bio)


28/05/2026

A few snippets from Jen’s recent Cava Academy trip to complete the Cava Educator Certificate for WSET Educators 🍾

A wonderful couple of days discovering all things Cava — including a blind tasting with David Forer MW and visits to , .naveran , , and . (And yes, plenty of delicious wines were tasted!)

A huge thank you to .do and all the wineries for such a brilliantly organised and insightful programme. It was fantastic to experience the passion, knowledge and hospitality behind Cava production firsthand.

We’ll be scheduling a Cava Masterclass later this year… we’ll share more details soon. 🥂



🍷Discover the wines of Australia & New Zealand🍷Taste a diverse range of wines from Australia and New Zealand, showcasing...
22/05/2026

🍷Discover the wines of Australia & New Zealand🍷

Taste a diverse range of wines from Australia and New Zealand, showcasing a wide variety of grape varieties, styles and regions. Discover how climate and winemaking shape each wine, along with practical guidance on how to taste wine, tips for choosing wine with confidence, and ideas for food and wine pairing.

No previous wine experience necessary — everyone is welcome.

📅Wednesday 17 June
🕖7pm – 9pm
📍The White Rooms, St Albans.

Part of our Southern Hemisphere tasting series — book this evening individually or join us for the full three-evening course and save £15.

🎟️ Book via our website: hertfordshirewineschool.com (link to all events is in our bio)




Cheers to International Chardonnay Day If you’re in the Chardon-YAY camp, today is your day. But if you’re firmly team C...
21/05/2026

Cheers to International Chardonnay Day

If you’re in the Chardon-YAY camp, today is your day. But if you’re firmly team Chardon-NAY, it might just be that you haven’t found the right Chardonnay… yet.

One of the world’s most planted and versatile grape varieties, Chardonnay can range from crisp and citrusy in cool climates, such as Chablis, to ripe and rich in warmer regions like California. It’s also one of the top choices for premium traditional method sparkling wines around the world. There’s a Chardonnay out there for everyone — you just need to find it.

Fun fact: Chardonnay takes its name from the village of Chardonnay in southern Burgundy, France.

Pair lighter styles with seafood and lighter dishes, or fuller-bodied styles with roast chicken and creamy pasta.

Will you be celebrating International Chardonnay Day with a glass today?

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