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Brian Davis, Association of Wine Educators: Southern Italy
It’s been many years since we welcomed Brian Davis to our Society, so it will be great to have him back. Brian is a specialist wine educator who nurtured his passion for wines whilst entertaining clients in the chemical industry. He passed his WSET Diploma in 1999 and regularly runs wine tasting events across Surrey and Berkshire. He undertakes a wide range of corporate and private tastings, wine clubs ,cruise lecturing, workshops and hotel staff training. Brian has a relaxed style of lecturing, welcoming feedback and discussion with the emphasis on enjoyment and fun!
Some 25 years ago most of the grapes grown in Southern Italy and Sicily went north to make Vermouth until they realised that their indigenous grape varieties warranted their attention to make decent table wine.
Now these varieties make excellent wine at sensible prices compared to the likes of Piemonte and Chianti classics. Italy has approximately 1000 grape varieties and many of these are being rediscovered and available through specialist merchants.
Italy is always popular with our members, so early booking is advised.
How to book your places
Booking for members opens on Wednesday 28th February. Guest bookings open on Thursday 7th March. Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates.
Firstly, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to
As soon as Clive has confirmed you have places reserved, please confirm your booking by making payment of £20 members / £24 guests to the Society account in the usual way.
Account Name: Whitewater WineSoc
Sort Code: 30-91-31
Account Number: 01158564
Please enter a contact phone number to the reference field, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!