Cambridgeshire Wine School in Cambridge

A really lovely evening - fun and informative. We so enjoyed it Mark explains the principles brilliantly and we left feeling inspired (and equippedto spend a bit more time selecting and savouring wine in future

Had an amazing evening of wine and cheese tasting at the 50/60 Lounge in Cambridge, Mark is a very experienced and knowledgeable taster and I have learnt so much not only about wine and food pairings, but also about how these are influenced by the vinification process and geographical origin of the grapes. All the information was delivered in a precise and technical language while also keeping a down-to-earth tone that never made a minute of the class feel boring! I highly recommend Cambridgeshire Wine School to everyone interested in understanding more what goes behind an excellent cheese and wine pairing.

My husband and I had a most wonderful evening, met some some lovely people, its amazing what you can learn within 2 hours !Highly recommend.Thanks Mark

I attended a wine & cheese tasting evening with 2 friends last week.A very enjoyable evening, Mark is very knowledgeable & selected & good variety of wines & cheeses for us to taste.We look forward to attending another one very soon.

A fun evening learning how to pair cheese and wines, - Mark is a great and knowledgeable host, recommended!

Mark has a deep and insightful knowledge of everything you could possibly ever want to know about wine. The wine choices he makes are excellent ones and in a relaxed friendly environment he ensures you have a fun gastronomic experience.

What a fantastic night last night at the wine tasting it was so interesting to listen to the speaker about his vineyard and the wine was brilliant cant wait to go to another night

A very informative evening in good surroundings and very well organised. Marks light hearted delivery was excellent. The advice was totally unbiased as no wine was being sold.Would certainly recommend to friends and go again.Cheers

Really nice experinece !! You can learn and understand lots of things about wine and also spend a good time ;)

A very relaxing, entertaining and educational day which I thoroughly enjoyed. Mark has a warm, thoroughly engaging manner who gently guides you through the nuances of the various wines but without any air of pretension! A lovely day. We’ll be back.

I thoroughly enjoyed the course, Mark who conducted it is extremely knowledgeable,but makes what seems to be quite a deep subject very easy to understand and a lot of fun with his easygoing nature and humour, he has given me a better understanding of the wine I drink and the work and expertise that goes into making it.I would most definitely take part in another ,course conducted by Mark, without any hesitation.A brilliant and fun day, highly recommended.

What a brilliant day!Mark was a very welcoming host.The location was great and all the pre course material was ideal in terms of accuracy and content.The day itself was set in one of the dining rooms of Gonville & Caius College with the other College buildings as the charming and fascinating backdrop. The location itself added drama to the day and set the scene for the learning we were about to undertake.Mark walked us through a comprehensive but easy to understand assessment of wines in a non-pretentious way. We sampled a good number of wines and got to learn about all the things that can influence colour, nose, taste and price of wine. We also sampled the wine with other foods to see how their taste is affected by what you eat with what you drink.The lunch at the venue was good and it was great to meet other people who were interested in learning a little more about wine. I’m not sure quite yet I’d be confident to pick wine to go with a dish based on the front of the label (although most contain that on the back these daysbut it was a fun day out, a great experience and good value.Well done Mark for making it informative and educational as well as good fun. Will be along for another of your courses I’ve no doubt.Thank you

I took WSET Level 2 with Mark this January and it was brilliant! Mark is very attentive for students needs, very clear and convey the material in engaging way! I strongly recommend the course for every wine lover 😍

I thoroughly enjoyed the Level 2 course. Mark was patient at answering any questions we had and although I have enjoyed wine for many years I genuinely feel I now understand it so much better! Its also opened my curiosity (and courageto experimenting with lots of wines that were never on my radar before. Thank you Mark - it was excellent.

Our first class in a series. We very much enjoyed the introductory evening. Mark is an excellent communicator and the evening interesting, informative as well as fun We’re very much looking forward to our next evening.

My daughter and I had gift vouchers which wed received before Covid so this was long overdue! We had a fantastic time! Lots of wines to try and we learned a lot. Also a really great 2 course lunch. Mark was a great host. My only minor gripes were that we had to pay an additional fee because the cost of the venue had increased and we had to sit on a separate table right at the back because it was over booked. Otherwise, a fantastic experience and one that Id do again.

I have learnt so much, both formally and informally through the excellent CWS sessions. Through lockdown, the on-line evening sessions kept me sane and now Ive had even more fun attending a day tasting session (Taste of Italy). Mark has an engaging teaching style and the wines we tasted were delicious and plentiful. Im very pleased to have been persuaded to join in and even do my WSET2 qualification.

Mark ran a brilliant wine-tasting event for 60 people, which everyone thoroughly enjoyed. The evening was entertaining and informative, and was very well pitched for the audience. He was very helpful and communicative in the run up to the event, and helped ensure it all ran smoothly on the night. Thank you for delivering a fantastic wine tasting.

Mark provided a wonderful overview of the wines of Italy: a notoriously complex wine region due to overlapping regions. We even had a sabrage demonstration and a great lunch too.

Just attended a Taste of Italy wine course. Really informative course and chance to experience a wide range of wines. The host (Markpitched the course to cover all levels so nothing pretentious and no snobbery. Good value and definitely something I’d recommend

A wonderful day with champagne to start the day, 10 fine wines and a superb lunch. All enthusiastically presented by Mark who has considerable knowledge of all wines, and the industry as a whole.

Ive just completed the 8 weeks world of wine course and would highly recommend to anyone interested in learning more about the wine they drink. Each week provided something different and you finish far more confident and knowledgeable. For myself it gave me a much better appreciation of the different types of wines and not just going for what I always used to go for. Mark runs each session in a fun and engaging way, and from this Im now looking to sign onto the level 2 course.

I completed the 8-week World of Wine course taught by Mark in Cambridge which was fantastic! Really enjoyed learning about the different types of wine and production methods. Particularly enjoyed the lesson on how to open Champagne with a sword!

We had a brilliant day at Madingley Hall with the Introduction to Wine. Mark’s session was informative and entertaining. The whole experience was enjoyable and relaxed - we left knowing a lot more about wine. I would highly recommend.

I really enjoyed the course and found it very informative. Mark was excellent and kept the tone absolutely right. The day was informal, well paced and good fun. I recommend it to anyone who wants to learn more about wine whilst having a good time.

Mark hosted a Wine Tasting event for me and my Rock Choir members via Zoom and it was a total hit! He worked with me to create something that was really accessible (wine wiseand pitched it completely right on the night being informative but also really engaging. Id definitely attend another of his events or get him to host one for me in the future!

Fantastic night with friends!!! Mark gave us a wine tasting over zoom which was informative, funny and most of all great fun. In the current situation it was lovely to see so many smiling faces. I would definitely recommend this and cant wait to come and visit the school.

Absolutely loved Marks online wine tasting course as part of a works Christmas party! It was very interactive and fun while still being informative and interesting. I would recommend to anyone considering doing it and I will definitely be looking into more courses in the future, thanks Mark!

Mark hosted our virtual Christmas party and it was brilliant. Its hard to engage with a virtual audience but Mark was so relaxed with his presentation and engaging at the same time. Would definitely recommend, thank you - we had a great afternoon!

Online Wine Tasting events with Mark have been a fantastic discovery in 2020. Really simple to join and great fun. Weve had some great wine, massively improved our wine knowledge and understand our preferences much better, all from the comfort of home.

I have greatly enjoyed Marks online wine courses, particularly as a social event during lockdown when they were a highlight of the (otherwise uneventfulweek. The courses are informative, fun and friendly. Highly recommended!

We primarily participate in the online tastings but have also attended an in person tasting. We have learned so much about the wines, wine making process and importance of the environment and our favourite, food pairing! Not only do you purchase the bottles of wine at a discount, but Mark also sends recipes and recommended snacks to try with the wines of the evening. We have tried some amazing new recipes that have now become repeat meals in our home. The courses are so educational and fun, we have been able to meet people from all over the world from the comfort of our living room. Cannot recommend these courses enough!

We have been attending online wine courses since the first lockdown. You have the wines delivered and Mark sends food suggestions. Get on a zoom call and learn about how the climate and geography as well as how the wine makers decisions affect the wine. Sometimes, the winemaker is on the call to give their perspective. Its a great way to try new wines and learn about wine pairing and how its made.Mark is very knowledgeable and keeps the atmosphere light. You also get to meet people from all over the world.

Ive really enjoyed the online wine tastings that Mark has run to date. These include Meet the Winemaker sessions, and sessions focusing on a particular region. Wine is pre-ordered (often at a discountfor tasting during the session. Using Google Earth to visit the winery, Mark provides a fun and informative insight into each wine. There is plenty of opportunity to discuss the wines and ask questions. Definitely 5 star.

My husband and I really enjoyed our evening wine tasting with Mark. It was different to other wine tastings wed done as Mark made the evening into a "guess the wine" competition among the groups, which was good fun and we also learned a lot. We enjoyed the wines and Mark is very knowledgeable. Would recommend to others.Thank you!

I attended the Saturday Introduction to Wine course with lunch at Christs College.We tasted 13 wines chosen in order to illustrate the different grape varieties, different growing environments and regions.This was all expertly described and illustrated by MarkA thoroughly enjoyable and informative day

The Cambridge Wine School event we attended was excellent. Mark is welcoming and an excellent host, with a great sense of humour that enhances his informative session. The setting, in Christ College, and delicious lunch provided, added to the experience. Thank you very much.

My husband and I had a fantastic day and learnt a huge amount about a variety of wines. The venue was lovely, the lunch delicious and Mark who led the day was extremely enthusiastic and knowledgable about the subject. We would highly recommend one of these days and will hope to do another day soon.

So my wife booked this for my Christmas present and we went to Christs College yesterday and had a thoroughly good time. Mark was extremely knowledgeable and we very much enjoyed the champagne on 11am arrival, 6 whites, lunch, tour of the college, then 5 reds and a dessert wine to finish around 4pm. Learned a lot about not only wine, regions, brewing processes, but also how certain foods can complement certain wines. Highly recommended.

A very interesting day, enjoyable, well presented and at a good pace. Im not a wine buff, was accompanying hubby. The level was perfectly pitched, a good amount of wine on each tasting. The lunch was most enjoyable and plenty. I thoroughly enjoyed the day and such a lovely venue. I would recommend this event for anyone.

I attended the course last weekend and had a great time.I hold my hands up and can say I know absolutely nothing about wine, but felt comfortable here. Theres no wine snobbery or looking down on someone that knows nothing about wine.It was fun, informative, relaxed and yes.... theres plenty of wine to taste :-)

Really enjoyed the 8-week around the world wine course. Its a great introduction to wine as a subject, and helps to showcase the major wine regions while highlighting major grapes and locations. Instructor Mark is very knowledgable and balances technical aspects of wine tasting with the fun.

Absolutely wonderful! Did four weeks of old world tasting and it was a very engaging, enjoyable and informative experience. Mark is a fantastic host and teacher, and the course dealt with all aspects of the geography, creation and taste of the wines in the countries we covered. Its completely changed the way my girlfriend and I approach wine and weve had fun practising the techniques we learned with each bottle since then. Thanks very much!

Fantastic day at The Cambridge wine school. Mark is a great host and tutor, his knowledge and enthusiasm is fabulous and infectious, and his delivery sublime.The mini tour around the Jesus College and University was also a great little addition.I would highly recommend this wine school, the day, and it makes a perfect gift or activity with a friend.

A splendid evening with a very engaging teacher. It was a small group, but with quite a range of ages and backgrounds. Mark taught us a lot in a short time, and I will definitely be booking to go back again. I already knew quite a bit about wine, but Im not great at saying meaningful things when I taste it. Im looking forward to learning more about tasting when I attend another class.

A great way to learn more about the wines of Italy ready for our holiday. Mark is knowledgeable and able to pass on that knowledge in a fun and relaxed way; I now know a lot more about where the different wines are produced, how this affects them and why they react differently with flavours and foods enabling me to make good choices.The venue was good, lunch excellent and Mark’s tour of the college a welcome surprise.

Add this to your things you must do while in Cambridge! My girlfriend signed us up and I really enjoyed it!Wine school was fantastic. Mark is very knowledgeable and I felt he did a great job sharing his knowledge. I drink wine occasionally but Im no expert. He broke things down to where I could understand and retain.You get a worksheet to follow along with a presentation. The presentation is very informative and engaging. He encourages everyone to participate and doesnt let one person dominate the discussion. He also answered lots of questions and even stayed afterwards to answer additional questions.I only went to one class (only in town for a few daysbut I feel I have the beginnings of a solid foundation in regards to wine knowledge. I definitely feel more comfortable and confident in my ordering of wine and sending it back if it is "bad" (something I learned in the class).We tasted six wines and after the class was over, we were able to enjoy some of the remaining wine. There is also cheese, meat and crackers to go with the wine. I wish I had more time to attend additional sessions. I am now looking for other opportunities to continue to develop my palette.

The four week course France vs. New World was great fun and I learnt A LOT thanks to Mark! Being French, people expect me to know a lot about wine but apart from loving drinking it, I must say I didnt have much knowledge. :Mark is passionate about wine and his approach really helped us to better know how to taste, appreciate, and choose wine! And we were lucky to be with the same people for the full four week course which made it even more fun! Thanks Mark and thank everyone for these four weeks of fun! :)

The Cambridgeshire Wine School was a brilliant day out. Marks knowledge of wine was comprehensive and the workshop itself was both interactive and a lot of fun. At the start of the day my knowledge was limited, by the end I was able to confidently describe a wines characteristics based on region and process, among other things. Whether a beginner or advanced, I highly recommend!

We went to the Intro to Wine Tasting class at the Cambridge Brew House. Mark started the evening by teaching us a bit about the different wine regions of the world, and then swiftly moved on to showing us how to go about investigating a wine in terms of appearance, nose and palate. Some nibbles were included, allowing us to pair up cheese and delicious pepper steak with the wines. The evening was great fun, and Mark is an excellent host - clearly very enthusiastic about his subject matter (!), but also very knowledgeable and friendly. I highly recommend Marks classes to anybody who wants to learn the basics about wine, or who already has some knowledge but would like to expand their horizons. I will definitely be back to experience some more of the world of wine!