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Wine Pairing & Canapés - Christmas Preview

Wine experts present side-by-side pairings of sparkling, red, and after-dinner wines accompanied by seasonal canapés. The comparative tasting explores selections such as Claret alongside Concerto, Burgundy alongside Zisola, Ferrari sparkling wine alongside Champagne, Port alongside Marsala, and Prosecco alongside Crémant. Guests compare different regions, grape varieties, and winemaking styles suited for holiday entertaining, gifting, and dining.

Thu, Nov 12, 2026

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

Seasonal canapés accompany a selection of red, sparkling and after-dinner wines, including Claret, Burgundy, Champagne, Port and Prosecco.

Location

Petersham Nurseries · Church Lane Off Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AB Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (1/5)

Best For

Wine enthusiasts and festive-season hosts

Vibe

Seasonal and educational

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Low

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Book through the Eventbrite listing before travelling, as this is a single scheduled tasting on 12 November.
  • Arrive in time for the 7pm start; the tasting runs for 90 minutes, ending at 8:30pm.
  • Use the listed Church Lane address to plan your route to Petersham Nurseries in Richmond.
  • Consider your Christmas dining, entertaining or gifting needs so the expert-led comparisons can help guide your bottle choices.
  • Arrange transport home that does not require driving, since the event involves tasting several alcoholic wines.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What wines will be compared?

Pairings include Claret with Concerto, Burgundy with Zisola, Ferrari sparkling wine with Champagne, Port with Marsala, and Prosecco with Crémant.

Will there be food alongside the wine?

Seasonal canapés accompany the tasting.

Who leads the tasting?

Wine experts present the selections and offer guidance on wines for Christmas dining, entertaining and gifting.

How long does the event last?

The scheduled tasting lasts an hour and a half.

Can I book a place online?

An Eventbrite ticket page is provided for the event.

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