24th November, 7.30pm - Sam Caporn, English Wine: Your Essential Companion, From Vine To Wine

Backstory, 71 Balham High Rd, SW12 9AP

Sam Caporn, aka The Mistress of Wine, has been buying and blending wine for the UK market for over 20 years.  She is just one of only 400 people to hold the 'Master of Wine' qualification and the perfect person to take us on a quick journey of the joys of English wine, just in time to add a couple to your Christmas table.

About the book:

Your definitive guide to English wine, from must-visit rolling vineyards to delicious wines to enjoy – written by the Mistress of Wine, Sam Caporn. Spanning sixteen counties, from Cornwall to Kent, this essential guide invites you to discover England’s wine country.

Sam Caporn will take you on a journey through 70 of the UK’s vineyards fast making a name for themselves and rivalling the competition from across the Channel, including Chapel Down, Langham Estate, Flint Vineyards and Blackbook.  Tasting tips and essential wine terms to help you sip with confidence.  Top sparkling, white, rosé and red wines to buy and try, across a range of budget.  Practical tips for how to get the most out of your winery visits.  Enticing experiences on offer from wine tastings to food events and places to stay.

By the end, you will know everything you need to become a master of English Wine, or failing that how to sound slightly more knowledgeable at dinner parties.

Accessible, inspiring and packed full of practical advice, this is the ultimate companion for wine lovers and curious beginners alike.

Tickets Available:

Ticket only - £15 (This ticket does not include a copy of the book. You can decide to buy a copy on the night, but this will be charged in addition, at the full price of the book.)

Ticket & book £23 (RRP £14.99) To collect on the night