If you’re attending Clifton Wine & Drinks Fair or one of our Summer Season screenings, why not book onto a tasting masterclass?
These 30-40 minute sessions offer an opportunity to enjoy an in-depth and informative tutored tasting with one of our exhibitors, taking you even further than the main walkabout tasting session. It’s an ideal way to learn more about these amazing drinks from the people behind them!
Click on a session title below for more info and book below 🥂
NB: masterclass tickets are only valid as an add-on to a Clifton Wine & Drinks Fair session ticket, which are booked separately (click here to book). You must already be booked onto a session for your masterclass ticket to be valid!
Friday 7pm - Canned Wine Co.
Canned Wine Co: Meet The Team
When you only want a glass of wine, why should you compromise? Canned Wine Co. was launched in 2019 to deliver a better choice to customers for single serve wine. Quality wines that deliver an experience, connect you to the people and place they come from, and give you a better choice of what to drink. All of this could be delivered in a way that didn’t cost the planet.
That’s why we’re obsessed with brilliant winemakers and working with them to deliver their wine in our small, perfectly portioned cans – without compromise. Our range offers exemplary examples of single varietal wines reflecting the winemakers talent, the grape and the year’s natural characteristics.
Friday 8pm - Woodchester Valley Vineyard
Wine on the Edge 51°N
An exploration into the fascinating world of cool climate viticulture and the emerging English Wine scene. Includes a tasting of 5 wines, including sparkling and still (whites, rosé and red). The talk will be hosted by Alistair Luffingham, WSET Diploma Holder and Trade Sales Manager at Woodchester Valley Vineyard.
Saturday 1:30pm - Château Ksara
A Journey to the Bekaa Valley: A Lebanese Tasting by Michael Karam and the wines of Château Ksara
Explore the rich, vibrant world of Lebanese wine with Michael Karam, author of Wines Of Lebanon, winner of the 2025 Andre Simon Award for wine writing.
The tasting session will focus on the Bekaa Valley, a region with a winemaking heritage stretching back thousands of years. Through the lens of Chateau Ksara, Lebanon’s oldest commercial winery, founded by Jesuits in 1857, Michael will guide you through a selection of exceptional wines that will highlight the unique history and distinct terroir of this historic winemaking region.
Whether you are a wine geek or simply curious to learn more about an often misunderstood region enthusiast, this is a rare opportunity to taste exceptional wines with the foremost authority on Lebanese wine.
Saturday 2:30pm - Woodchester Valley Vineyard
Wine on the Edge 51°N
An exploration into the fascinating world of cool climate viticulture and the emerging English Wine scene. Includes a tasting of 5 wines, including sparkling and still (whites, rosé and red). The talk will be hosted by Alistair Luffingham, WSET Diploma Holder and Trade Sales Manager at Woodchester Valley Vineyard.
Sunday 2:30pm - Isaac Cider
Discover Dorset’s Finest: An Exclusive Tasting with Isaac Cider
Join us Sunday afternoon to discover the art of craft cider with Rollo Wood, the head cidermaker behind Dorset’s own Isaac Cider. If you appreciate quality, craft cider with a brilliant story, this is an event you won't want to miss. Rollo will be pouring Isaac Cider’s range, guiding you through a tasting and sharing the hands-on process that goes into making their premium Dorset cider. Along the way, you’ll discover the fascinating history behind the brand including its unique, historical connection to Sir Isaac Newton himself.
What to expect:
Taste the Range: Sample x 5 of Isaac Cider’s premium, craft ciders.
Meet the Maker: Hear directly from cidermaker Rollo Wood about his craft, the apple harvest, and what makes Dorset cider so special.
The Newton Connection: Learn the story linking one of history’s greatest scientific minds to the cider in your glass.
Come thirsty, bring your curiosity, and experience the true taste of Dorset Cider!
Sunday 3:30pm - The World Of Bond & Wine
The World Of Bond & Wine
Did you know that a working knowledge of wine can save your life? After all, super spy James Bond has twice caught out his foes through their sub-par oenological expertise…
Join Festival Director Owen Franklin for a tasting session exploring four wines from key locations in Bond films, alongside some light-hearted discussion of wine’s role in the franchise and some corking film & wine trivia. We promise that none of the wines will be shaken or stirred…
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TICKETS
NB: masterclass tickets are only valid as an add-on to a Clifton Wine & Drinks Fair session ticket, which are booked separately (click here to book). You must already be booked onto a session for your masterclass ticket to be valid!
NB: a mandatory £1.50 booking fee is added to your order at checkout. This is per order, not per ticket
USEFUL INFORMATION
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The Mall Gardens is located in the centre of Clifton Village, just off The Mall.
The main entrance to the venue is on Caledonia Place (what.3.words ///tracks.knee.stacks)
Buses 8 & 9 both stop in Clifton Village, a short walk from the venue. The nearest train station is Clifton Down, which a 20-25 minute walk from the venue.
There are numerous bicycle racks in Clifton Village and the area is within the WESTscoot e-scooter operating zone.
Parking in Clifton Village is limited and subject to restrictions.
Wherever possible, we encourage walking or the use of public transport when travelling to our events.
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The Mall Gardens Clifton has level access via the West Mall entrance.
Whilst the site is flat, some areas may be uneven, or have grass or matting underfoot.
If you require a designated wheelchair space please let us know in advance.
If you are attending an event as a registered carer for a disabled guest, please bring appropriate proof of eligibility such as proof of blue badge, access card, cinema for all card, letter from a professional or evidence of DLA/PIP. If you are uncertain, please contact us.
A wheelchair-accessible toilet will be available at the event.
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Is seating provided? - Yes, every film ticket includes allocated seating
I have a BuyAGift/Red Letter Days/other voucher. How do I redeem this for this event? Head to this page for more information about redeeming Gift Vouchers.
Is my ticket refundable? If you have purchased refund protection, you can apply for a refund via Xclaim. Red Carpet Club members receive refunds up to 5 working days before an event.