Take a walk with wine glass in hand across some famous vineyard soils at this tasting that will examine the importance (or not) of key soil types with Geologist Professor Alex Maltman.
Event details
Soil speak is almost impossible to avoid when discussing premium wines with viticulturalists, winemakers, journalists and enthusiasts. But how important are they? What do rocks actually do for wine? Can we taste the limestone?
Find out at this talk and tasting with Professor Alex Maltman. With wine educator Anjali Douglas DipWSET on hand, Alex will ponder these and other questions, drawing on material from his book.
As well as tasting six carefully selected wines, attendees will also be provided with a copy of Alex's book 'Taste the Limestone, Smell the Slate'.
Last year's wine list
- William Fèvre Chablis Premier Cru Vaulorent 2019
- Domaine Serge Laloue ‘Cuvée Silex’ Sancerre 2022
- Maximin Grünhauser Herrenberg Riesling Grosses Gewächs 2018
- Tenuta delle Terre Nere Etna Rosso 2022
- Balnaves Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
- Craggy Range Gimblett Gravels Syrah 2021
Tasting level
Intermediate: An in-depth exploration of a particular topic. Some prior knowledge is beneficial – such as a WSET Level 2 qualification – but these sessions will be enjoyable and educational for anyone with an interest in the subject.
About the presenter, Professor Alex Maltman
Alex Maltman is emeritus professor of Earth Sciences at Aberystwyth University in Wales. He has researched and lectured on vineyard geology on four continents and is a seasoned speaker at international conferences. He has contributed to a number of wine books, including The World Atlas of Wine and The Oxford Companion to Wine, for which he is responsible for the geological entries. Alex is the author of the acclaimed book Vineyards, Rocks and Soils: A Wine Lover’s Guide to Geology (Oxford University Press, 2018).
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.
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- WSET School London reserves the right to cancel an event. If necessary, a full refund or transfer will be offered.
Please note: The sample list and speaker/s may be subject to change.