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SUMMARY:Richard and Eka:  Taste of Georgia
DESCRIPTION:This month we’re delighted to welcome Richard and Eka\, who together run Taste of Georgia.   We’re very excited to be able to explore this Eastern European region and its wines which are the product of 8000 years of unbroken wine-making heritage. Nevertheless\, it’s a region which may well be unfamiliar to some of our members.   So it’s a great opportunity to come along and taste some wines from their portfolio. \nTaste of Georgia is now in its sixth year and continues to expand its range in line with the growing interest in the both the wines of Georgia and in Georgia itself as an award winning tourist destination.   As well as showing wines\, they set out to improve awareness of Georgia\, it’s culture and customs. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 27th March.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 4th April.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/april-2024-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
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SUMMARY:Brian Davis\, Association of Wine Educators:  Southern Italy
DESCRIPTION: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! \nSome 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. \nNow 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. \nFor our tasting there will be usual suspects plus two grapes that may not be well known \, one from Sicily and one from Puglia.\nItaly is always popular with our members\, so early booking is advised. \nHow to book your places \nBooking 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. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/march-2024-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240214T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
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SUMMARY:Members' Choices\, preceded by a brief AGM
DESCRIPTION:We have many wine enthusiasts within our Society and it’s always good to taste wines which are recommended by them. That’s why this month we will open the floor to eight of our members\, who will each introduce a wine of their choice. \nOur volunteers put lots effort into selecting their chosen wine.   These evenings are hugely popular with our members\, so you won’t want to miss it. \nThis tasting will be preceded by a brief AGM\, lasting about 15 minutes. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 31st January.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 8th February.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/february-2024-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240110T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
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SUMMARY:Nicholas Corfe:  Managing Director\, Go Brazil Wines
DESCRIPTION:We start 2024 by welcoming Nicholas Corfe\, Managing Director of Go Brazil Wines. \nThe Portuguese first introduced vines to Brazil in the 16th century\, Brazil’s commercial wine-making heritage can be traced back nearly 150 years\, to the last quarter of the 19th century\, when the first of many Italian emigrants arrived in the south of the country and started putting their existing wine-making skills to good use. The modern Brazilian wine industry still retains an Italian feel\, not least because many of the descendants of those original settlers are involved in wine-making\, and sometimes within wineries which still bear their family name. Since the turn of the 21st century\, however\, many new vineyards wineries have appeared. Brazil now enjoys a growing reputation for fine wines and these are consistently winning international awards. \nEstablished in 2010\, Go Brazil specialises in importing and distributing wines of Brazilian origin to the UK market and they are proud still to be the only UK company to do so. Nicholas’ pick of wines will show us the best of modern Brazilian wine-making and will incorporate a wide range of wine styles\, producers and regions. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 27th December.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 4th January.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/january-2024-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231213T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231213T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Christmas with Chateau Musar
DESCRIPTION:We’re going to make our Christmas tasting very special this year as we enjoy a whole evening enjoying the legendary wines of Chateau Musar. \nMany of our members will need no introduction to the Lebanese wines of Chateau Musar.  Others will probably have heard of Musar\, but perhaps never have experienced its delight.   But whether we are regular fans or newcomers\, we should all be in awe of the challenge that this wine is to make and of its cult status amongst wine connoisseurs. \nThe Hochar family have overseen the production of Musar in Lebanon for several generations. Year in\, year out\, they consistently make this world famous wine\, despite the political distractions\, literally in their back yard. \nThe pleasure of marketing Chateau Musar throughout Europe is a task keenly undertaken by this month’s presenter\, UK Managing Director Jane Sowter.  She works tirelessly to help make sure that the Musar wines reach our shelves in the UK and frequently presents the wines to full houses throughout the UK. \nOur tasting of the wines of Chateau Musar promises to be an interesting and rare experience.  With the inclusion of some old and rare vintages no longer readily available\, it’s a great way for our Society to celebrate Christmas! \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 29th November.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 7th December.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/december-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231108T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
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SUMMARY:Alun Griffiths\, Master of Wine:  The Loire Valley
DESCRIPTION:It is with enormous pleasure that we welcome back Alun Griffiths to present our November tasting. Alun is a great friend of our Society and needs no introduction to many of our members. We know that his evenings with us are always informative\, interesting and fun. For the benefit of our newer members who may not know Alun\, he has been a Master of Wine since 1991. For many years\, he was Wine Director at Berry Bros & Rudd and more recently he was based in Hong Kong. \nAlun is now once again UK based and is non-Executive Chairman of Thorman Hunt\, a family-run specialist wine shipper sourcing premium artisanal wine for the finest restaurants\, hotels and trade professionals in London and the UK.. This role gives him access to their extensive portfolio of wines and tonight he has chosen to present wines from the Loire Valley\, building upon a recent visit to the region. \nAlun also lectures on wine and has been a panel judge at the International Wine Challenge and the Decanter Wine Awards Competition. He’s also a regular member of the Decanter Magazine tasting panel. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 25th October.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 2nd November.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/november-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231011T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231011T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20230313T131409Z
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SUMMARY:Ethan Harvey\, Manager\, Caviste Newlyns:  Premium Red Wines - Comparing the Hemispheres
DESCRIPTION:It’s with great pleasure that we welcome Ethan Harvey\, Shop Manager at our local merchant Caviste\, who will be presenting to us for the first time.  Ethan has been Manager at Caviste for the last year and it’s fair to say that he’s become very popular with Caviste’s regular customers.  Young and enthusiastic\, Ethan has worked in wine retail for several years before taking on this key role at Caviste. \nI’ve asked Ethan to focus on red wines and we’ve rolled out the budget so that he can feature some premium reds from the Caviste portfolio.   His tasting will feature several red varietals\, comparing wines from the Northern and Southern hemispheres. \nThis is sure to be a popular evening with our members\, so please book early to avoid disappointment. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 27th September.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 5th October.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/october-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230913T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
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SUMMARY:Tony Cloke: Spy Valley Wines\, New Zealand
DESCRIPTION:This month we welcome back Tony Cloke\, who last presented to our Society five years ago. Based in the UK\, Tony is European Sales Manager for Spy Valley Wines.   He started out as Brand Manager several years ago when he worked for Bibendum Wine\, their UK market partner. \nSpy Valley Wines is one of the most highly regarded wineries in the Marlborough region of New Zealand. Spy Valley can trace its history back to the 1990s when Bryan and Jan Johnson established their 320 acre vineyard on land considered too hard\, too dry and too unfertile for wine.   But their passion won through and the family run estate flourished. Today\, they export seven varietals to 35 countries across the world. \nA key advantage of having an evening dedicated to one wine estate is that we will be able to taste most of the varietals produced on the estate. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 30th August.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 7th September.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/september-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230712T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230712T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20230216T165456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T133407Z
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SUMMARY:Preet Sahota\, Edgmond Wines:  Boutique Wines of the New World
DESCRIPTION:Reflecting members’ feedback\, we welcome back Preet Sahota\, who last year enthusiastically presented some stunning boutique wines from South Africa.  Since then Preet has expanded his portfolio to include boutique wines from Australia and New Zealand.  So this tasting will include wines from all three of those countries – a real treat for New World wine lovers! \nBoutique wines are those produced on a small scale\, limited-production\, hand-crafted and artisanal.   I think most of these wines will be new to our members and it will be exciting to see what the upcoming winemakers are producing. \nEdgmond Wines has been operating for over 8 years now and in that time they have been privileged to work with a number of boutique winemakers who they now consider close friends. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 28th June.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 6th July.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Keith that places are still available. You can book through Keith by e-mail to \nwvws.chairman.keith@gmail.com \nAs soon as Keith 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/july-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230624T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220405T170036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230615T134008Z
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SUMMARY:Visit to Stanlake Park Wine Estate\, Berkshire
DESCRIPTION:Our visit to Stanlake Park Wine Estate will take place on Saturday 24th June at 11am. \nThe estate is situated near Twyford in Berkshire.  It’s about 18 miles from Hook\, so should be easy to reach for our 11am start. \nSince 1979 Stanlake Park Wine Estate has developed some of the highest quality vineyards in Berkshire\, and uses grapes from these properties to produce a wide range of English wines\, including white\, rosé\, red and traditional method sparkling wine.  Nico Centonze is Stanlake Park’s skilful Italian winemaker.  He personally follows the progress of each wine\, carefully tasting\, blending and selecting which wines to bottle or to mature. \nYou’ll visit some of their vines (weather permitting) before heading inside the winery to see the grape-pressing area\, the fermentation tanks\, the barrel room\, the fizz room and the bottling line.  The tour will then continue with a tutored tasting during which you will be offered 5 tastings from their award winning portfolio to taste.   You’ll also be able to enjoy a platter of delicious British cheese and crackers.    The visit will finish around 1pm. \nStanlake Park can cater for gluten free and vegan diets\, and although they can’t offer a full vegan “only-cheese” board\, they replace it with a combination of veggies and other products.  These dietary requirements must be specified at the time of booking. \nCharge:  £35 each for members and guests. \nThere is a limit of 20 places for this tour. Your places will only be secure on receipt of your payment \nBookings open soon.   Please do not try to book or pay any money at this time.
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/visit-to-stanlake-park-wine-estate-berkshire/
LOCATION:Stanlake Park Wine Estate\, Twyford\, Berkshire\, RG10 0BN
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230614T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20230216T165328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T170617Z
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SUMMARY:Heather Dougherty\, Red White and Rose: Rhone
DESCRIPTION:This month we welcome Heather Dougherty\, who is presenting to us for the first time.  Heather is a qualified and experienced wine educator\, based locally in Surrey. \nFollowing a ten year stint in the travel technology business\, where wine appreciation was strictly recreational\, Heather began studying the WSET Diploma in Wine & Spirits and realised her future career lay in wine. Studies complete\, she set up Red White & Rosé in 2006\, specializing in running fun\, informative wine events. She runs tastings for corporate clients\, wine societies\, private groups\, business networking organisations as well as for the wine trade. \nHeather is one of only three Certified Rhône educators in the UK.  So good reason for us to ask her to present wines from that region.  The Rhone is a region popular with many of our members\, so expect a fun and lively evening! \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 31st May March.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 8th June.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/june-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230510T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20230216T165143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T170920Z
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SUMMARY:Sarah Ahmed\, "The Wine Detective":  Portugal
DESCRIPTION:This month we are delighted to welcome Sarah Ahmed\, aka The Wine Detective.  Sarah is an independent\, London-based wine writer\, educator and judge. One of her main speciality areas is Portugal and she was awarded Wine of Portugal Personality of the Year (Europe) in 2019.  She regularly contributes to books by Hugh Johnson and Jancis Robinson.  And she’s also a regular judge for Decanter Magazine.  It is a privilege to welcome Sarah as our presenter and we can look forward to a very special evening. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 26th April.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 4th May.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/may-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230412T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230412T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220902T171337Z
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SUMMARY:Mimi Avery\, Brand Ambassador\, Averys Wine Cellars
DESCRIPTION:This will be a very special evening as we welcome Mimi Avery\, 5th generation owner of Averys Wine Cellars. \nAverys began in 1793 and over the years\, the family has built its reputation as one of the UK’s most pioneering wine merchants. Today\, Averys’ insatiable appetite for wine excitement is embraced by a team of wine buyers\, overseen by Mimi\, who continues to innovate and pioneer up-and-coming wine regions and winemakers. At the heart of what Averys does – and have done for over 228 years – is share their passion for wine. They love discovering wines with a story to tell – whether for everyday drinking or fine wines for the cellar. \nTonight\, Mimi will present eight wines from their own label range.  These are wines chosen by Averys to reflect excellent wines from around the world at sensible prices.  These are wines on which Averys stakes its reputation. \nThis is certainly an evening not to be missed! \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 29th March.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 6th April.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/april-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230308T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220902T171202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T173517Z
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SUMMARY:Pierre Mansour\, Head of Buying at The Wine Society:  Rioja
DESCRIPTION:Our Society receives tremendous support from The Wine Society and we are very pleased to announce that their Head of Buying Pierre Mansour will present to us this month. One of Pierre’s specific roles is as buyer for Spain\, so it very appropriate that he’ll be presenting wines from the Rioja region. The Wine Society has an excellent range of Rioja wines in its portfolio. We’ll be starting with a couple of whites\, then moving on to taste a range of the reds for which the region is so well known. This is definitely one not to miss! \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 22nd February.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 2nd March.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/march-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220902T171045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230125T180438Z
UID:2263-1675885500-1675893600@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Members' Choices\, preceded by a brief AGM
DESCRIPTION:We have many wine enthusiasts within our Society and it’s always good to taste wines which are recommended by them. That’s why this month we will open the floor to eight of our members\, who will each introduce a wine of their choice. I’ve seen the list of wines and I can tell you that there are two old world wines\, six new world wines\, three whites and five reds.  This should be a great evening\, so you won’t want to miss it. \nThe evening will start with a brief Annual General Meeting. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 25th January.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 2nd February.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/february-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220902T170922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T111905Z
UID:2261-1673466300-1673474400@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Craig Mitchell\, Export Director\, Chateau Ste. Michelle\, Washington State\, USA
DESCRIPTION:Washington is the second largest wine producing state in the USA. So it’s perhaps surprising that our Society has not had a tasting of Washington State wines in the past. We’ll put that right this month as we welcome Craig Mitchell\, who is Regional Export Director for Chateau Ste. Michelle winery. The winery is the oldest in Washington State\, initially named Ste. Michelle Vintners\, but changed its name to Chateau Ste. Michelle in 1976 following the building of a French style chateau in Woodinville\, just outside Seattle. The winery aims to build on old world winemaking traditions with new world innovation. There are two state-of-the-art wineries\, one for red and one for white. \nThe tasting will predominantly feature wines from the Chateau Ste Michelle portfolio\, plus a couple of joint ventures with other renowned producers. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Friday 30th December.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 5th January.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/january-2023-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221214T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221214T000000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220902T170721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T083031Z
UID:2259-1670976000-1670976000@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:TASTING CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:We’ve been alerted by The Raven that our regular second Wednesday slot coincides with the semi-final of the upcoming football World Cup.  The Raven expect the whole premises to be flooded with footie fans\, so it’s just not going to be practical for us to try to hold a tasting at the same time.  So there will be no tasting in December.   The Members’ Choices evening originally planned for December will now take place in February. \n 
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/december-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221109T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221109T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220902T170511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221002T123416Z
UID:2256-1668023100-1668031200@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Robbie Rugman\, Cambridge Wine Merchants: Australia vs the Old World
DESCRIPTION:This month we will be tasting wines from Cambridge Wine Merchants\, a merchant we’ve not previously featured at the Society.  Cambridge Wine Merchants was established in 1993 by two friends\, Hal Wilson and Brett Turner.  They started with one shop in Cambridge and have grown to become one of the biggest independent wine merchants in the UK.  They keep a look out for funky one-offs and proper wine made by real people. They source many of their products from independent\, family-run wineries.  You won’t know all the names\, but they are confident you will enjoy the wines! \nOur presenter is Robbie Rugman\, who some may recall presented Gallo wines to us a few years back.   Robbie has been with Cambridge Wine Merchants since the end of 2021.   We’re very much looking forward to welcoming Robbie back to The Raven. \nThis time Robbie will compare wines from Australia and the Old World.  He’ll focus on four varietals: \n\nRiesling\nChardonnay\nShiraz vs Syrah\nPinot Noir\n\nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 26th October.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 3rd November.  Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/november-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20221012T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20221012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220607T140835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221001T055557Z
UID:2227-1665603900-1665612000@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Preet Sahota\, Edgmond Wines:  Boutique wines of South Africa
DESCRIPTION:Edgmond Wines has been operating for over 7 years now and in that time they have been privileged to work with a number of boutique winemakers who they now consider close friends. Their owner Preet Sahota is young and very enthusiastic and usually visits South Africa every year to discover what’s new.  He has enormous passion for the wines of South Africa and he believes their winemakers produce some of the most exciting wines on the planet. \nTonight\, Preet will present a selection of fine wines from boutique winemakers.  These are typically wines which are produced on a small scale\, limited-production\, hand-crafted and artisanal.   I think most of these wines will be new to our members and it will be exciting to see what the upcoming winemakers of South Africa are producing. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Monday 3rd October.   Guest bookings open on Thursday 6th October.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/october-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220914T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220517T144823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T152512Z
UID:2214-1663184700-1663192800@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Simon Taylor\, Stone Vine & Sun:  Wines of Languedoc-Roussillon
DESCRIPTION:It’s been four years since Simon Taylor last presented to us\, so we are delighted to be able to welcome him back this month.  Simon is owner of merchant Stone Vine & Sun\, based near Winchester\, and he’s one of our most popular speakers. \nStone Vine & Sun specialises in the wines of Languedoc-Roussillon and they have just won the award for Specialist Merchant for Languedoc-Roussillon 2022 by the International Wine Challenge.   So we thought it would make a great evening if Simon presented wines exclusively from this region of France. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 31st August.  Guest bookings open on Thursday 8th September.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/september-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220713T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220713T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220405T162811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T080841Z
UID:2183-1657741500-1657749600@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Dan Farrell-Wright\, Director at Wickhams:  Wines of Italy
DESCRIPTION:This month we welcome Dan Farrell-Wright\, who is presenting to us for the first time.   Dan is a Director of Wickhams\, an online wine merchant. They’re a relatively new company\, having been started during the first Covid lockdown. Since then they have been shortlisted for two Decanter Retail Awards and they’ve won a Gold Trusted Service Award from Feefo.  And breaking news is that they are currently finalists in the International Wine Challenge Merchant Awards in two categories: Best Online Merchant (versus Naked Wines and Laithwaites) and Specialist Merchant England (versus Waitrose). \nDan will be presenting a selection of wines from Italy\, so this should be popular with most of our members! I’ve seen the list of wines and this is one you are not going to want to miss! \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 29th June.  Guest bookings open on Thursday 7th July.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/july-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220608T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220608T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220405T162625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220512T101405Z
UID:2181-1654717500-1654725600@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Robert Boutflower\, Tanners Wines:  Sparkling Wine
DESCRIPTION:It’s been four years since we last welcomed Robert Boutflower to present to us. We had a great time on that occasion\, so we have no hesitation in giving him the opportunity to talk to us again. Robert is a Director at Tanners Wine Merchants\, a long established retailer\, well known to many of our members. The business can trace its roots in Shrewsbury back to the mid 19th century. \nWe expect the sun to be shining in June\, so we’ve chosen a summer theme of sparkling wines for our evening.  Robert has selected 8 of Tanner’s top sparkling wines\, all of which demonstrate their own individual style and character and all of which are excellent value for money.   Countries featured will be France\, Italy\, Spain\, England and Australia. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 25th May.  Guest bookings open on Thursday 2nd May.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFor this month only\, please book with Keith.  Firstly\, please check with Keith that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nClick here to book with Keith \nAs soon as Keith 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/june-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220511T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220511T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220217T160949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T110558Z
UID:2160-1652298300-1652306400@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Nik Darlington\, Pip of Manor Farm:  Nik's pick of Pip's best selling wines
DESCRIPTION:You may not have heard of Pip.  But some of you will remember Nik Darlington\, who presented to us a few years ago when he was at Red Squirrel Wine. Nik has now created Pip\, an independent wine merchant based just down the down from us in Seale near Farnham.  It’s a local wine shop\, run by locals\, for locals – with around 200 wines on the shelves.  Pip’s philosophy is all about working with brilliant people who like us believe the best wine starts with good\, honest farming.  And they make their wines come alive when you hear the stories behind the bottles that are crying out to be told. \nNik lives a short walk away from the shop.  He’s been in the wine business since 2012 when he created a small wine importer that grew quickly to become a slightly bigger small importer and was named the third best supplier to the UK restaurant trade in 2019. \nTonight Nik will present his pick of Pip’s best selling wines\, so there will be something for everyone. \nOh\, and who is Pip?  Well\, you’ll need to come along to find out! \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Wednesday 27th April.  Guest bookings open on Thursday 5th May.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/may-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220413T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220413T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20220214T175827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220331T110520Z
UID:2148-1649879100-1649887200@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Aaron Irons\, Condor: Argentina & Chile
DESCRIPTION:Condor is a UK-based independent specialist importer of Argentine\, Chilean and Uruguayan wines. Established in 2011 by Lee Evans and his wife Maria\, a native of Argentina\, their focus is on discovering unique producers who are new to the UK market.   Condor was awarded ‘Specialist Merchant of the Year (South America)’ by the International Wine Challenge in 2019. \nTonight we welcome Condor’s Regional Manager\, Aaron Irons.  He’s worked in the wine trade since 2007; previously he had been a Secondary School Science Teacher – many have commented the former job did indeed ‘drive him to drink!’ Aaron has previously worked for several UK merchants and he’s also spent two surreal years selling fine wine to an international customer base in Dubai.  Aaron returned to the UK\, joining Condor in Autumn 2019. Alongside his commercial experience\, Aaron also holds the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines & Spirits. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Saturday 2nd April.  Guest bookings open on Thursday 7th April.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAccount Name:  Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/april-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220309T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220309T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20211015T121406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220214T175439Z
UID:2064-1646855100-1646863200@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tim Syrad: Wines of Portugal
DESCRIPTION:This month we welcome back Tim Syrad. Tim is well known to many of our members as both an excellent presenter and also an organiser of great wine tours. This time Tim will be presenting the wines of Portugal\, introducing wines which have been well received by enthusiasts on his wine tours. We will taste a fascinating array of grapes encompassing wines from a number of different regions. \nHow to book your places \nBooking for members opens on Friday 25th February.  Guest bookings open on Thursday 3rd March.   Please do not try to book or pay any money before these dates. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs 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. \nAs we are now cash free\, if you wish to be entered to the raffle\, please add an extra £3 to your electronic payment.  We will not be collecting raffle monies on the night. \nAccount Name: Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/january-2022-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220209T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220209T213000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20201126T142755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220127T141326Z
UID:1853-1644436800-1644442200@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting (by Zoom)
DESCRIPTION:Our AGM will be held using Zoom. The AGM papers and Zoom joining instructions will be e-mailed to members in late January. This will have similar content to previous AGMs\, including the regular reports and members’ acceptance of the annual accounts. We expect the meeting to last about 30 to 40 minutes. We’d like to encourage as many members as possible to attend the AGM\, so please put this date in your diary. \nWe are planning to follow our AGM with some wine themed entertainment.
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:By Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20220112T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20220112T194500
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20211122T162836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220106T164348Z
UID:2095-1642016700-1642016700@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Tasting postponed
DESCRIPTION:Our planned tasting with Tim Syrad has been postponed until Wednesday 9th March. \n 
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/february-2022-tasting/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211208T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211208T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20210507T092324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211122T161154Z
UID:1941-1638992700-1639000800@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Christmas tasting:  Drinking with Dickens
DESCRIPTION:This year we are celebrating the festive season with a tasting of wines inspired by the discovery of Charles Dickens handwritten wine cellar inventory. Dickens was advised by and bought his wines through the historic Ellis Wines Company. As a Society\, we have an established relationship with Ellis Wines and we are delighted that they have offered to help us capture the “Bon Viveur“ spirit of Dickens.   To present the wines\, we’ll be welcoming back Chris White\, Business Development Manager and our local representative for Ellis Wines. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to a fun and informative evening which should be a fitting start to the festive season. \nDress code is entirely optional\, but feel free to sport Christmas jumpers or festive sequins. \nOr …… \nYou could channel your inner Victorian. Click here to get some ideas.  Have a rummage in your wardrobes and see if you can give a nod to the Victorian era\, or go the whole hog! \nHow to book your places \nBookings are now open.   Members have priority until Wednesday 1st December\, thereafter bookings are open to both members and guests. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs soon as Clive has confirmed you have places reserved\, please confirm your booking by making payment of £15 members / £18 guests to the Society account in the usual way. \nAs we are now cash free\, if you wish to be entered to the raffle\, please add an extra £3 to your electronic payment.  We will not be collecting raffle monies on the night. \nAccount Name: Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/december-2021-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211110T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211110T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20210507T092142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211015T122010Z
UID:1939-1636574400-1636581600@www.whitewaterwine.org.uk
SUMMARY:Lynda Mellor:  Wines of South Africa
DESCRIPTION:This month we welcome Lynda Mellor on what will be her first visit to our Society.  Lynda will be presenting wines from South Africa\, an area which she is well regarded for her knowledge and enthusiasm. She came to the wine industry by mistake\, having been offered a sales position by a South African wine importer. She took the job\, found her calling and has never looked back!   In recent years\, Lynda has been UK Ambassador for Holden Manz wines\, so these wines will feature amongst other wineries which she knows well. \nHow to book your places \nBookings open on Wednesday 27th October.   Members have priority until Wednesday 3rd November\, thereafter bookings are open to both members and guests. \nFirstly\, please check with Clive that places are still available. You can book through Clive by e-mail to \nwvws.bookings.clive@gmail.com \nAs soon as Clive has confirmed you have places reserved\, please confirm your booking by making payment of £15 members / £18 guests to the Society account in the usual way. \nAs we are now cash free\, if you wish to be entered to the raffle\, please add an extra £3 to your electronic payment.  We will not be collecting raffle monies on the night. \nAccount Name: Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from!
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/november-2021-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20211013T194500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20211013T220000
DTSTAMP:20260422T235756
CREATED:20210507T091614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T091114Z
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SUMMARY:Tony Hill\, Owner\, Bordeaux and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:This month we welcome Tony Hill of Bordeaux and Beyond.   Tony will take us on a “Wine Tour de France”\, covering many different appellations\, some famous and some not do famous.  Tony will give the storty behind the wines and the reasons why he decided to import them. \nBordeaux and Beyond are a specialist wine importer concentrating on wines from small independent vignerons in France\, not usually available elsewhere. \nBordeaux and Beyond is a web based business\, now in their 13th years of trading.   They continue to sell only wines which they import and more importantly are happy to drink themselves! \nHow to book your places \nBookings are now open.   Members have priority until Wednesday 6th October\, thereafter bookings are open to both members and guests. \nFirstly\, please check with Keith that places are still available. You can book through Keith by e-mail to \nwvws.chair.keith@gmail.com \nAs soon as Keith has confirmed you have places reserved\, please confirm your booking by making payment of £15 members / £18 guests to the Society account in the usual way. \nThe Raffle \nAs we are now cash free\, if you wish to be entered to the raffle\, please add an extra £3 to your electronic payment.  We will not be collecting raffle monies on the night. \nAccount Name: Whitewater WineSoc \nSort Code: 30-91-31 \nAccount Number: 01158564 \nPlease enter a contact phone number to the reference field\, just in case we’re not sure who the payment has come from! \n 
URL:https://www.whitewaterwine.org.uk/event/october-2021-tasting/
LOCATION:The Raven Hotel\, The Raven Hotel\, Hook\, RG27 9HS\, United Kingdom
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