Wine Tastings & Events
Discover our series of wine tastings and in-depth masterclasses, hosted by international wine judge & owner Victoria.
Designed for wine enthusiasts of all levels, our convivial, informative and accessible tastings are a great opportunity to explore new growers and grapes.
Larger, bespoke tastings are also available on Wednesday evenings (8-16 people) by prior arrangement - enquire here
BRING VICTORIA HOME!
By appointment.
Do you marvel at Victoria’s unending knowledge and passion about wine? You can book her to come to yours for a wine tasting be it in your home, or office. Availability varies. Enquire here
Bordeaux 2005 - A First Growth Focus
A RARE once, in a lifetime, opportunity to taste some of the First Growth Bordeaux (1855 Official Classification and the subsequent classification of St Emilion 1955 which etends to Ch Cheval Blanc) from the exceptional 2005 vintages together with Champagne Dom Perignon 2002, another exceptional vintage.
Co-hosted with our friend and Bordeaux expert Richard Bampfield MW.
Dom Perignon 2002
Ch Latour
Ch Lafite Rothschild
Ch Mouton Rothschild
Ch Margaux
Ch Cheval Blanc
Pétrus
STRICTLY LIMITED TO 8 GUESTS. £2005.00 per person.
A series of small dishes will be provided - to complement rtather than distract.
Exploring the New World
Tonight we are drawing on Victoria’s vast experience of new world wines (Australia, South Africa, New Zealand…) Join us, in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert to taste and learn why many rival old world favourites of France (£60/head)
White wine and cheese
Tonight we are exploring and enjoying our cheeses - all 5 - paired with a selection of 5 wines…mostly white! Join us, in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert to taste and learn why she rates them so highly (£75/head)
Victoria’s Birthday tasting!
Tonight we are exploring and enjoying some of Victoria’s favourite wines... what might they be? Join us, in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert to taste some of her favourites and learn why she rates them so highly (£70/head)
Australia v France Akubra or Beret?!
It sounds like a football match…Australia V France!
Australian wine has the dubious reputation even now as being sunshine in a glass, all big and fruity… well this akubra-wearing lass is here to show you otherwise - all elegance and subtlety. Join us, in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert to taste some happy opposites (£60/head)
Yin & Yang - Valentine Wines
Perfect partners… in this Valentine week, we explore the yin and yang of wines - the opposite but interconnected of grapes! Why doesn’t shiraz /syrah and riesling grow in the same area but nearly always pinot noir and chardonnay do? Join us, in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert to taste some happy opposites (£55/head)
Baby Cheeses…& Wine ;)
Join us in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert (!) for an exploration of cheese and wine matching…British cheeses with a selection of wines… and most are NOT red…learn why in this brilliant masterclass! £65/head
A trip down under
Join us on Australia Day, in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert (!) for an exploration of Australian wines, with a particular focus on Victoria. £55/head
Celebratory drinking!
Join us in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert (!) for an exploration of those celebratory wines - sparkling, sweeties, port and cognac. £49/head
Pinot Noir - ABB (anywhere but Burgundy)
Join us in the bar with our founder, wine judge and wine expert (!) for a comparison of what we think is one of the greatest varietals in the wine world - from other regions other than Burgundy. Tickets essential. £49/head
The Wild Wild (South) West…
An intimate tasting and masterclass exploring the wines of the lesser known yet increasingly popular, South West France… beyond tannat and the cute named petit manseng and gros manseng from Madiran through to Pacherenc du Vic Buhl.
Tickets essential. £49/head
WINE & OYSTER MASTERCLASS & TASTING
Explore 5 different oysters, their growing conditions, flavour, their terroir - all under the expert tutelage of oyster master Simon Lamont. He is joined by Victoria who will showcase different wine styles to accompany them. No script, plenty of bottles, knowledge and stories.
This will be held around the bar. £79/head Email hello@swains.london to reserve your spot.
EVENT: SPRING DRINKING
Learn wine tips and insights with Victoria - our founder, wine expert and judge - as she explores the wine world with you in our masterclass series. Limited to 8 guests. Bookings required.
EVENT: “G” IS FOR GRAPE
Learn tips and tricks with our founder, wine expert and judge as she explores the wine world with you in our masterclass series. Limited to 6 guests. Bookings required.
EVENT: SHERRY, SHERRY…BABY!
Learn tips and tricks with our founder, wine expert and judge as she explores the wine world with you in our masterclass series. Limited to 6 guests. Bookings required.
EVENT: THE FUSSY GRAPES
Learn tips and tricks with our founder, wine expert and judge as she explores the wine world with you in our masterclass series. Limited to 6 guests. Bookings required.
EVENT: THE EASY DRINKERS
Looking for inspiration for your mid-week wine? Join us to taste and learn about a range of reds that ‘glide down the gullet’ that will please even the fussiest of drinkers! £25/head
EVENT: BRILLIANT BUBBLES
“I only drink Champagne” or perhaps prosecco is your preference – there is a difference - join us to explore sparklings from around the world & learn how they differ in winemaking, grapes and flavour. £35/head
Event: Alternatives to the 'Nobles'
Are you stuck in a Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Noir rut? There are lots of alternatives to the Noble, traditional grapes we have all been drinking for years. It’s time shake things up! £25/head