I have a friend who came from the United States. He’s been in different countries, and London is on his bucket list. Every country, he’s curious about its offerings, especially with wine.
He’s not a wine enthusiast, but he loves it and has tasted lots of it. From fruity wine to earthy ones, he has experienced it. Now that he’s in London, he’s asking me for some recommendations. So, I called my Wunderlust London team to help.
After researching and asking around, we found some great wine tasting experiences in London.
If you’re planning to go wine tasting too, here’s a list we made for tourists, connoisseurs, and even beginner wine tasters looking for some aromatic adventure.
The London Wine Academy
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Address: 45 Albemarle Street London W1S 4JL
Contact Details: +442034944900
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Pricing: from £139
The London Wine Academy offers wine tasting experiences designed to make wine education enjoyable, accessible and practical. Established in 1993, the independent London-based school caters to beginners, experienced enthusiasts and corporate clients through guided tastings, masterclasses and bespoke events.
A key strength is its emphasis on expert-led teaching, with tutors including Masters of Wine, Master Sommeliers and WSET Diploma holders. Its approach combines guided blind tastings with clear explanations, helping participants develop their palates, recognise different wine characteristics and make more confident choices without relying on overly technical language.
The academy offers several formats, from beginner courses exploring key grape varieties and wine styles to specialist masterclasses focused on particular regions and traditions. Its Italian, French and Spanish wine experiences offer opportunities to discover regional wines, while dedicated red, white and sparkling wine tastings allow participants to explore how grape variety, climate and winemaking influence flavour and style.
Food is included in its wine courses, masterclasses and tastings, with menus designed to complement the wines being explored and add a practical dimension to the experience. Participants can discover how different food pairings influence flavour and learn which wines work particularly well alongside different dishes. Sessions are held in small groups, encouraging questions, discussion and interaction with the tutors.
For groups seeking a more personalised experience, the academy organises private celebrations, corporate entertainment, team sessions and client events. These can range from informal social tastings to structured wine and food pairing experiences, tailored to suit different occasions and levels of wine knowledge. It also provides wine education and staff training for hospitality businesses, importers and retailers.
With more than three decades of experience and a teaching approach centred on practical skills rather than exam preparation, The London Wine Academy is well suited to people who want to deepen their wine knowledge in an approachable setting.
The London Wine Academy’s 4.7-star Google rating reflects the combination of wine knowledge, engaging tutors, excellent food and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere. Guests describe the courses as much more than simply tasting wine. One Italian Masterclass guest particularly enjoyed the lively discussions and exchange of opinions, while another praised the opportunity to understand not just what was in the glass, but why the wines tasted as they did. Others highlight how much they learnt, the quality of the food and the pleasure of sharing the experience with fellow wine lovers.
Whether you’re new to wine or looking to broaden your knowledge, The London Wine Academy offers an enjoyable and rewarding way to discover more about wine.
Pro Tip:
- Check the course format before booking at The London Wine Academy. Beginners may prefer the Premium Beginners Wine Course, while experienced wine enthusiasts may enjoy a specialist masterclass or the Platinum Fine Wine Experience. Food is included in the courses and tastings, making it worth considering the full experience when comparing options.
Boulevard Brasserie
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Address: 40 Wellington St
Contact Details: +442072402992
Operating Hours:
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Monday – Saturday 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Pricing: £39.95 per person
If you’re near Covent Garden, Boulevard Brasserie is the nearest sultry bar to go to. They host regular wine tastings paired with cheese boards, typically done at night.
For the price of £39.95, you’ll have a French cheese board with three delicious cheeses, baked camembert, and accompaniments. It also has a complimentary glass of champagne and three surprise wines by Boutinot Wines.
The bar’s ambience is jazzy, with dim lighting and a 1960s Parisian interior. For us, it’s the kind of place where you want to stay just a little longer.
Pro Tip:
- Don’t be shy to ask the sommelier for recommendations—both on wines and their French-inspired small plates—for the best experience.
Bedales Wine Workshop
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Address: 5 Bedale St
Contact Details: +442074038853
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Pricing: From £30 per person
We heard that Bedales Wine has hard-to-find wines in their cellars, so you might as well not miss it. But if you want to stick with Italian and French wines, no worries, because they actually favour these flavours.
You can enjoy self-guided wine tastings available from Sunday to Thursday. But we think that group tasting offers much more fun and value, priced at £600 per 10 persons.
We also recommend trying their London Epicurean tasting if you’re looking for a unique menu prepared by their head chef. Think of five courses and their finest wines!
Pro Tip:
- If you’re in a group, order different wines so you can swap and taste other flavours without overspending.
The Winemakers Club
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Address: 41a Farringdon St
Contact Details: +442072362936
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
- Saturday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Pricing: From £35.00 per person
For a more romantic setting, we chose The Winemakers Club. Many love its romantic cavern just underneath the Holborn Viaduct — a bit humid, but their wines will impress you. If you’re a couple who are into wine, then this is a perfect experience.
Their wine list features a great selection of wines, complemented by two standout cheese and their charcuterie boards. They host different tastings throughout the year, featuring a particular style or region.
Heads up, though: they don’t serve full meals. They will, however, give you lots of bread to snack on while the tasting is ongoing.
Pro Tip:
- Grab the opportunity to purchase the wine you liked during the tasting experience! It’s 10% off for participants.
Theo Randall
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Address: One Hamilton Place, Park Ln
Contact Details: +442073188747
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday – Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Pricing: From £75 per person
Luxurious tasting, you bet? Theo Randall at the Intercontinental Park is the way to go. You’ll get an exclusive wine tasting experience exploring Italian flavours paired with antipasti and ciccheti.
We personally like their themed tasting experience. Each month, they introduce and explore a different wine-producing region. For instance, in August, they have Puglia—more fruity and spicy flavours.
The best part is you’ll also be able to taste Theo Randall’s dish. They end the evening with a seasonal pasta dish, made by master Theo himself!
Pro Tip:
- They offer a 30% discount on different Sommelier-selected wines, so better take this chance if you wish to take some away with you.
East London Wine School
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Address: Tower of, citizenM, 40 Trinity Square
Contact Details: +442036331749
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Pricing: From £45 per person
East London Wine School is known for its affordable yet expert-level wine courses and certification. Yes, you read that right! They specialise in London wine courses and professional WSET courses.
But what do we say about the experience? The classes are very relaxed and friendly, regardless of your experience with wine. They also got pretty nice and knowledgeable instructors like Sam and Ian.
Their booze offerings include sparkling white and rosé wines. They also have a world of wines featuring different countries like the USA, Canada, and Spain. This comes with their rotating list of seasonal picks that keeps the tasting exciting.
Pro Tip:
- Go with a friend so you can exchange notes and discuss around the table in case you didn’t pick up on some flavours.
The Wine Tasting Shop
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Address: 18 Hildreth St
Contact Details: +442086168658
Operating Hours:
- Monday: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Thursday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Pricing: From £35 per person
For a more casual and local vibe of wine tasting, The Wine Tasting Shop is what we’ve found. Their tasting experience is actually held in their cellar, so you can get an authentic and intimate feel surrounded by shelves of wine.
You’ll get to taste seven types of wine in one sitting, or choose their wine and cheese tasting instead.
If you’re up for a challenge, then try their blind tasting. The host will help you identify all the elements you can’t figure out, so no worries. It just feels exciting to try.
The good news is that they also accommodate parents with their little ones who want to unwind. You also get to meet other local parents with their babies. Tasting wine while chit-chatting sounds good!
Pro Tip:
- Dress warmly but not too tightly – just perfect enough to avoid getting chilly since you’ll be tasting wines in their cellar.
Wine Unearthed
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Address: browns, 82-84 St Martin’s Ln
Contact Details: +443452998652
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Pricing: £125 per person
Wine Unearthed is more of a full dining experience paired with quality wines. Take note, it’s a 3-course lunch and 15 wines in total, all in an exclusive private room.
When taking this tasting experience, just make sure you know how to multitask. You’ll be swamped with the delicious lunch, sampling a dozen wines, and listening to the host share some information about their booze.
The ambience? It’s more relaxed, and hosts are funny yet informative. It’s a good balance of people, food, and wine.
Pro Tip:
- Don’t miss their Sauvignon Blanc! It’s quite interesting with its zesty and crisp finish.
Vagabond Cheese and Wine
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Address: Unit 17, 77 Buckingham Palace Rd
Contact Details: +442081457273
Operating Hours:
- Monday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Tuesday – Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Pricing: £45 per person
Vagabond Wines appeals to those who love cheese paired with wine, nothing more and nothing less. In this tasting experience, you’ll get more premium quality wines than the ones they use in their masterclass.
Welcome champagne with two canapes is present. It’s a guided tasting of four artisan 30g cheeses paired with two white and two red wines. However, if you prefer to learn pairing techniques and how to taste like a pro, their introductory masterclass is for you.
Their wine selection is also great and well categorised, with enough information and good tasting notes.
Pro Tip:
- Make sure not to miss their bold red wine paired with their signature cheese board – creamy and rich taste.
28-50 Wine Workshop & Kitchen
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Address: 96 Draycott Ave
Contact Details: +442074991076
Operating Hours:
- Monday – Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 11:30 PM
- Wednesday – Friday: 5:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Pricing: From £50 per person
Just right on Marylebone Lane, you’ll find the 28-50 Wine Workshop & Kitchen. It’s an elegant room with sweet pink chairs and wooden panelled walls. We love their shiny bar as well!
Before you head out to this bar, note that they have different wine tasting packages starting from £50 per person (6 wines, group tasting). The most expensive package they have is their French Fine Wine Tasting, priced at £95 per person, perfect for couples.
If you don’t know what to pick, you can ask the sommeliers to guide you through their wine selections (most are award-winning booze).
Pro Tip:
- If you’re more into regional wines, try their Old World vs New World tasting experience – perfect for group tasting as well.
Renegade Urban Winery
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Address: 7 Lockwood Way
Contact Details: +442033707739
Operating Hours:
- Thursday: 5:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Friday – Saturday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Pricing: From £30 per person
Renegade Urban Winery is a bar and wine shop offering various events, including cheese and wine pairing evenings, and winery tours and tastings.
If you just want to have a more relaxed tasting, in a communal table, go for cheese and wine. However, if you’re a wine enthusiast, their not-so-very-ordinary winery tour is something you shouldn’t miss.
The exclusive visit to their Walthamstow winery, followed by wine tasting, is an experience that not every bar offers. A real deal!
Pro Tip:
- If you chose the winery tour and tasting, make sure to arrive at least 5 minutes early.
On The Grapevine Events
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Address: Filmworks Walk
Contact Details: +447760606001
Operating Hours:
- Tuesday – Thursday: 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM
- Friday: 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 11:30 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Pricing: From £55 per person
If you’re looking for a wine tasting that also comes with good food, On The Grapevine Events has you covered.
You’ll explore premium wines paired with five artisan cheeses. From Lancashire blue to charcoal cheddar artisans, they’ve got it. Enjoy all these together with their engaging host Sophie.
This experience is perfect for those who love balancing education with enjoyment and those looking to level up their wine game.
Pro Tip:
- Their cheese portions are generous, so it’s better to arrive a little hungry.
