World of Wine: USA & South Africa
Tasting

World of Wine: USA & South Africa

Hosted by WEST LONDON WINE SCHOOL

Next date

Wednesday 4 November 2026

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

The Wine Cellars, Fulham

71 Townmead Road (access via Big Yellow Storage), Fulham, London SW6 2SG

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Upcoming dates

  • Wednesday 4 November 2026

    7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

  • Tuesday 8 December 2026

    7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

  • Tuesday 2 March 2027

    7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

  • Thursday 8 April 2027

    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  • Wednesday 12 May 2027

    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  • Tuesday 22 June 2027

    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  • Thursday 5 August 2027

    6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

  • Wednesday 3 November 2027

    7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

  • Tuesday 14 December 2027

    7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

About this event

Part One – USA

California dominates the U.S with approximately 90% of the production, which is turn is dominated by the large multinationals such as Ernest & Julio Gallo. However, at the other end of the spectrum some of the world’s finest Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and especially Cabernet Sauvignon is found here. Indeed, Cabernet Sauvignon mainly from Napa for the past three decades has battled against Bordeaux in the Paris Tastings (Judgement of Paris), and won. Arguably the finest in world then…

Part Two – South Africa

For almost a century South Africa was dominated by one cooperative, KWV, producing large volumes of very average wine. With the end of Apartheid in 1990 came the end of KWV’s domination eventually leading to privatisation of the wine industry. This freedom has allowed diversity to flourish and South African wines are becoming very exciting especially with Bordeaux-style blends, Pinotage and Chenin Blanc. This is where we come in…

All tastings include: minimum of 6 wines sourced locally so you can find them easily if you like them; full tasting notes; tasting sheet; use of professional tastings glasses; a small selection of delicious cheese and charcuterie (with crackers) is served at this tasting. We try to accommodate all dietary requirements, providing we are notified at least 48hrs in advance. Please note gates will open 30 minutes before the start of the class.

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