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Meeting details

FrequencyMonthly (September to May)
Time2.00 pm
DayThursday
Duration2 hours
LocationAbbot Hall Social Centre
CoordinatorJohn Hodgson

What we do

Our group began in January 2002 and has built up to a very friendly group who have great fun "traveling the world" finding out about the different Wines and the Countries that they come from. Sometimes we have a slide film show to give a better idea of what a country is like. This included our own English wine industry, which some people know little about. We aim to enjoy tasting 4 to 5 different wines to learn and discover which of the world's grapes we like best. Some people enjoy taking notes for future reference while others just relax and enjoy the experience and the congenial company. Our Christmas Party (involving some additional cost) is always a very jolly affair and on this day it is recommended to use public transport. The group at 30 members is fully subscribed at the moment but we have waiting list in operation for those wishing to join us in the future. People on the waiting list can take part in meetings that are not fully attended. There is a charge of £3 to £5 per meeting.

Reports

November 2011

We have travelled to countries all over the world in our last two meetings via their superb wines. If you like to learn with us about wine then please contact our co-ordinator John Hodgson. We will be surprised if you don’t enjoy yourself. Just give John a call and he will be glad to advise you. We meet every fourth Thursday except for December, when we meet on the Thursday 15th because the fourth is too close to Christmas. Please remember that you must let John know at least 7 days before the meeting if you can not attend. Illness excepted.

Barbara Mason

July 2011

Our last tasting in April was very interesting looking for wines to have with Curry. This was followed in May by our very successful Summer Dinner at Maggs Howe. Our next meeting after the summer break is 22nd September starting time 2pm.

Barbara Mason