Wine & Olive Oil Tasting Experience: The Greek Indigenous Varieties

Join us for an unforgettable journey through the flavours and traditions of Greece with an exclusive wine and olive oil tasting experience, set against the historic backdrop of God’s House Tower (GHT) in Southampton. This unique event, led by a certified wine expert and olive oil taster, will transport you to the diverse terroirs of Greece, offering you a rare opportunity to sample indigenous Greek wine varieties and exquisite Extra Virgin Olive Oils (EVOO).

“The quality and sophistication of today’s Greek wines are insider secrets in professional wine circles. But it’s high time word was spread about this new generation of gifted producers“ – Jancis Robinson

Wine Tasting

This curated tasting will guide you through the nuances of Greece’s Indigenous grape varieties—acclaimed globally for their unique profiles and growing popularity among wine connoisseurs. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the regions, Protected Designations of Origin (PDOs), and Protected Geographical Indications (PGIs) that shape Greece’s rich viticultural heritage. Dive into the art of wine tasting as you savour these distinct wines, many of which are not readily available elsewhere, each carefully paired with complementary nibbles for an enhanced experience.

Extra Virgin Olive Oil Tasting

But the journey doesn’t stop at wine! Our workshop also highlights Greece’s liquid gold: extra virgin olive oil. Learn the secrets of Greek extra virgin olive oils as you taste a selection that exemplifies the variety and quality of this iconic product. Gain invaluable insights into exceptional extra virgin olive oils and discover how to incorporate them into your home cooking. From flavour profiles and health benefits, including high polyphenol content, to understanding cold-pressing methods, this session will give you a newfound appreciation for the artistry and flavours of Greek olive oil. You’ll also receive expert tips on choosing high-quality Extra Virgin Olive Oils and answers to common questions, like whether you can cook with extra virgin olive oil.

Highlights of the Event:

• Tasting of exclusive Indigenous Greek wines led by a certified wine expert
• Introduction to Greek wine regions, PDOs, and PGIs
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting featuring select Greek cultivars
• Exploration of olive oil production, polyphenols, health benefits, and culinary uses
• Insights into pairing Greek wines and olive oils with foods
• Nibbles included for a full sensory experience

An Excellent Gift: This wine & olive oil tasting experience makes an exceptional gift! Once you book, contact us, and we can send you the gift voucher via email to surprise your loved ones with this unique journey through the world of Greek wine and olive oil.