After leaving everyone to their own drinking devices over the Silly Season, Wine Class is back in full swing this February so that we can all pretend to be sophisticated, refined wine drinkers once again. Kicking us off this Feb, we’re delving into the vast world of French Wine. If you’re more of a hand-gesturing-vespa-riding kinda guy/gal or you prefer your plonk a little bolder, we’re hosting a fantastic Italian Wine & Cheese Tasting later in the month. And if you can’t make our first French Tasting, we’ve got you sorted this March with what promises to be a great night of paired French wine & cheese.
French White Wine Tasting [ SOLD OUT ]
Wednesday February 5th | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
“White Burgundy”, “Sancerre”, “Vouvray”, “Chablis”
These are all terms that wine drinkers recognise… but what do they really mean in terms of what’s in the bottle?
The world of French wine can often seem daunting, especially when you consider there are over 200 native varieties to get your head around with labelling that rarely helps you understand what you’re actually drinking. However, when it comes to white wine, it’s not as difficult as it seems. This is because there are a handful of major regions each with such distinctive styles, and once you understand what is grown where and why, you can make huge progress in understanding French wine in only a matter of hours.
In this tasting we will travel to France, moving from the cooler north to the warmer south and you will gain a clear understanding of the different varietals that make up the picture of French white wine and what the flavours and textures are of each.
Run by Etienne, our French wine expert, this will be a fun and informative evening with 8 premium French white wines paired to a selection of delicious French cheeses.
Italian Wine & Cheese Tasting [ SOLD OUT ]
Wednesday February 26th | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
For this Italian wine & gourmet tasting, you’ll be in good hands. Alessandro from InVinus will be guiding you through 8 carefully selected Italian wines. As an importer of Italian Wines, Ale boasts:
“I handpick my wines with as much attention as they handpick their grapes.”
If you’re a fan of Italian Wine or simply just want to learn more, this Wine Class is perfect for wine & cheese lovers of all and any wine knowledge backgrounds. Hosted in our intimate and beautiful Wine Tasting room, this Wine Class promises to be an informative and entertaining night.
French Wine & Cheese Tasting [ SELLING FAST – FEW SPOTS LEFT ]
Wednesday March 11th | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Missed out on our first French tasting? Well never fear, we’ve got you sorted in the form of gourmet cheeses paired perfectly with a brilliant selection of eight French wines that are sure to amaze and satisfy. And this time, we’ll be welcoming red wines into the mix for a more diverse tasting experience.
Italian Wine Tasting
Wednesday March 25th | 6:30 – 8:30 PM
As our initial Italian tasting sold out so quickly, we’re offering our valued customers a second wine class on the 25th. More details to come!
Western Australian Wines Tasting
Wednesday April 8th | 6:30 – 8:30 PM
We’ll be bringing it home this April with a tasting of the finest wines from our treasured Margaret River region. More information coming soon…
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Our Wine Class events are held at Bayswater Fine Wines in the Tasting Room on the mezzanine level around our bespoke tasting table.
Bookings
$49 pp for Members | $89 for Non-Members | Bookings essential, limited to 14 people | Bookings confirmed with payment in store or email chrissy@rickshawenterprises.com.au
Starting to think about your Christmas Party? Having an exhibition opening? Event launch? Private view? Or perhaps just need wine for salon clients? Whatever it may be, Paddo Fine Wines are here to help you provide the finest drinks as well as everything that comes along with it so that your event is a success.
Paddington Fine Wines has an extensive range of wine, beer, champagne, pre-mixed drinks & spirits as well as glassware, decanters & ice buckets (free with order). We can help you choose beverages for ANY budget, we will deliver for free, collect glasses the following day & you don’t even have to worry about washing them – just ask us to collect & we’ll deal with the rest!
Details
To order, you can:
Phone: 02 8283 0534
Email: info@paddingtonfinewines.com.au
Or simply pop in & see us for a chat! We will work with you to select exceptional drinks for any budget.
Due to popular demand, we are putting on another Organic Wine Tasting on the 27th of November in case you missed out the first time!
Whether it’s for health or environmental reasons, organic, bio-dynamic, natural and PF wines are becoming ever more popular.
But what do these terms really mean? How do they influence a wine’s taste or aging potential? And what do they tell you, if anything, about the wine in the bottle?
This November we will answer all of those questions and more so guests will leave with a much clearer understanding of what’s what when it comes to ‘healthy wine’.
Join us in our beautiful Fine Wine Room for an evening exploring eight of the world’s best organic, bio-dynamic, natural and PF wines, along with a selection of crackers and gourmet cheeses.
Details
6:30 – 8:30 PM | Wednesday 13th November [SOLD OUT]
6:30 – 8:30 PM | Wednesday 27th November
Fine Wine Room | Bayswater Fine Wines
$49 Members & Guests | $89 Non- Members
Places are limited to 14 places | Bookings are essential and confirmed with payment Book in store, call or email chrissy@rickshawenterprises.com.au
Darlinghurst Fine Wines
407 Bourke Street
Darlinghurst 2010
(02) 9331 7700
Bayswater Fine Wines
77 Bayswater Road
Rushcutters Bay 2011
(02) 9361 5063
Paddington Fine Wines
356 Oxford Street
Paddington 2021
(02) 8283 0534
Love Rosé?
Join us in our Fine Wine Room this Spring for a tasting of eight unique rosés specially selected from the world’s premier regions. You’ll be guided through a line up of exquisite blush wines, from light and fruity, crisp and dark, and elegant and textural, paired with a selection of gourmet cheeses. Develop a deeper knowledge and insight of rosé from Australia, Italy, France & more. Discover how it’s made, what to look for and how to judge quality when you’re picking out your next bottle of blush.
With rosé season just around the corner, don’t miss this exciting upcoming wine tasting to get clued up on what’s in everyone’s glasses so you’re drinking the right roses over the Spring & Summer!
Details
Wednesday 16th October | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
The Fine Wine Room | Bayswater Fine Wines
77 Bayswater Rd, Rushcutters Bay
$49 for Members & Guests | $89 for Non-Members*
Bookings in-store or email chrissy@rickshawenterprises.com.au
Tasting is limited to 14 participants | Bookings confirmed with payment
*Membership with our Fine Wine Group is free! Sign up in store or on our website to enjoy all of our great member benefits
Although the last few weeks have been nippy, September 1st is almost upon us, signalling the official start of Spring. To celebrate the resurgence of warmer weather, long sunny days drinking wine and eating great food with friends & loved ones, we’ll be opening up some refreshing fizz, light zingy whites, rosé and some light bodied reds in a Spring Wine & Cheese Tasting.
Set yourself up for a successful Spring by stocking up on a selection of thoughtfully chosen wines that you can taste and learn about within the comfort of our beautiful Fine Wine Room. Hosted by our very own Clio, this tasting will lift your spirits and put in a spring in your step with an evening delving into a range of varietals perfectly picked for the season.
Booking is essential so give us a call, drop in to any of our stores or email chrissy@rickshawenterprises.com.au to reserve your seat. Event is limited to 14 seats, with booking confirmed with payment.
Details
6:30 – 8:30 PM | Wednesday 28th August
Fine Wine Room | Bayswater Fine Wines
$49 Members & Guests | $89 Non- Members
Darlinghurst Fine Wines
407 Bourke Street
Darlinghurst 2010
(02) 9331 7700
Bayswater Fine Wines
77 Bayswater Road
Rushcutters Bay 2011
(02) 9361 5063
Paddington Fine Wines
356 Oxford Street
Paddington 2021
(02) 8283 0534
Feeling adventurous? Want to expand your palate beyond international varietals like your everyday Pinot or Cab Sav to experience a wider range of red wine? Whether you’re a seasoned wine lover or simply want to learn more about the unique flavours of wine from across the globe, this wine class will explore and educate you on eight unusual red wine varietals. Discover the delicate, light bodied Gamay from France or the unique plummy, earthy flavour of the South African Pinotage. Try a Chilean Carmenere or a Primitivo from the sun-soaked heel of Italy’s boot, Puglia.
Join our guest facilitator Ben Dalton for an evening of tasting and learning in a relaxed yet informative environment within our beautiful Fine Wine Room at Bayswater Fine Wines.
The wine list is as follows:
- Domaine de Chatillon Gamay
Savoie, France
- Painted Wolf Pinotage
South Africa
- Terra Noble Carmenere
Colchagua Valley, Chile
- Chalk Hill Barbera
McLaren Vale, Australia
- Cake Sagrantino
Adelaide Hills, South Australia
- Allegro Primitivo
Puglia, Italy
- Chalmers Aglianico
Heathcote, Victoria
- Vinteloper Touriga Nacional
Langhorne Creek, South Australia
Make sure to come along for an educational, entertaining night of great wine and gourmet cheese!
DETAILS
6:30 pm | Wednesday 14th August
Fine Wine Room | Bayswater Fine Wines
$49 pp for Members | $89 for Non-Members
Bookings confirmed with payment | Book in store or email chrissy@rickshawenterprises.com.au
