Anything but Champagne: traditional method wines of the world

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Join Shane Jones DipºÚÁϳԹÏÍø for an evening exploring the world of traditional method sparkling wine beyond Reims and Epernay.

Event details

With its long established reputation, Champagne continues to be the benchmark for sparkling wines made using the traditional method. But, can the same quality with better value be found elsewhere?

Sparkling wine specialist Shane Jones DipºÚÁϳԹÏÍø spotlights the regions and producers around the world producing stellar examples of this style of sparkling wine. Enjoy eight delicious examples that offer the most extraodinary value for your scrutiny and enjoyment.

You'll enjoy these wines alongside some cheeses from La Fromagerie.


Wine list

  • Domaine Jean-Claude Raspail & Fils Crémant de Die Cuvée Brut NV, Rhône
  • Domaine Huet Vouvray Pétillant Brut 2019, Loire
  • Roebuck Estate Rosé de Noirs 2019, England
  • Weingut Jurtschitch Brut Rosé NV, Langenlois Kamptal
  • Nicola Gatta '60 Lune' Rosé de Noirs Nature NV, Lombardy
  • Cantina Rotari 'Cuvée 28' Metodo Classico Brut NV, Trentodoc
  • Kumeu River 'Kumeu Crémant' Blanc de Blancs NV, Marlborough
  • Familia Geisse 'Terroir Nature' 2019 Altos do Pinto Bandeira DO, Brazil

Tasting level

Intermediate:ÌýAn in-depth exploration of a particular topic. Some prior knowledge is beneficial – such as a ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Level 2 qualification – but these sessions will be enjoyable and educational for anyone with an interest in the subject.


About the presenter,ÌýShane Jones DipºÚÁϳԹÏÍø

Shane Jones DipºÚÁϳԹÏÍø

Shane Jones DipºÚÁϳԹÏÍø holds the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Level 4 Diploma in Wines and is an enthusiastic sparkling wine specialist. It’s no surprise then that he scooped the Moët & Chandon Scholarship at his Diploma graduation! In addition to wine, Shane is also a Certified Sake Sommelier and a Sake Educator with the Sake Sommelier Association. He passed the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Level 3 Award in Sake qualification with Distinction and is also a graduate of the Japan Sake and Shochu Academy. When not drinking wine or sake, he can be found waxing lyrical about them to anyone who’ll listen!


Booking terms and conditions

Payment in full must be made at the time of booking and places are not confirmed until payment has been received. Unfortunately we cannot take provisional bookings.

Cancellations and transfers

  • Cancellations and transfers can be made up to two weeks before the event.
  • Cancellations within 10 working days are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another event.
  • If you need to change a name on the booking, please give us as much notice as possible.
  • ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø School London reserves the right to cancel an event. If necessary, a full refund or transfer will be offered.

Please note:ÌýThe sample list and speaker/s may be subject to change.

Contact us

If you have any queries about this event, please call our Student Services team on 020 7089 3841 or email studentservicesteam@wsetglobal.com