English vineyard days and my one-of-a-kind “casino style” corporate wine tasting
English Wine Week seems to arrive earlier every year! In 2025, it kicks off on 21st June, and with a warm summer forecast, now is the perfect time get out of London with your clients to an English vineyard, sip wines amongst the vines and experience a unique away day with your key customers.
The English wine scene is thriving, with vineyards now offering premium hospitality: cellar doors open year-round, superb food, and a warm welcome for visitors.
Elizabeth & Wine organises tailored English vineyard trips
Ideal for client entertaining or leadership away days, all within easy reach of London.
Sample itinerary for Gusbourne, Kent (from £295pp*):
Champagne breakfast at Searcy’s, St Pancras
9.37am Javelin train to Ashford International
Luxury transfer to Gusbourne vineyard
Welcome glass of English Sparkling
Guided vineyard tour through the vines
Three-course lunch with wine pairing
Exclusive winery tour, tastings from tank/barrel
Return to London before 5pm
Other popular vineyards include Exton Park in Hampshire, equally suited to corporate and private groups, and you can take over the entire estate so it’s exclusively yours for the day!
A unique experience that no one else is offering, “casino style” corporate wine tasting
If you’re hosting an event with more than 30 guests and want something special to keep the room buzzing, you’ve come to the right place! I have an unforgettable experience that can help, my signature Elizabeth & Wine “casino style” corporate wine tasting format.
Imagine your guests stepping up to a poker table but instead of cards, they’re faced with the challenge of tasting wines. The challenge is to rank three wines in price order: £10, £30 and £100! Guests taste the wines blind, analyse their flavours and aromas, and make their guess. With 6 -7 players available to participate in each round and a vibrant atmosphere, the excitement builds as guests queue up to play.
The casino game runs twice, the first round with white wines, the second with red, and it’s the perfect way to drive interaction and get your guests talking!
Why book an event with me?
I bring 15+ years of experience running bars and restaurants in the City of London. I understand how demanding your bosses can be, and how limited your time is.
They want new, standout experiences. I have them.
Join me this month
I’ll be hosting the Wines of Bourgogne tent at Taste of London, Regent’s Park, 12 to 16 June. If you’re attending or bringing clients, do pop by, I’d love to pour you a glass.
Oysters and wine
I’m unsure if it gets better than oysters and wine? A pairing celebrated by many for good reason. After all, “oysters are the food of love, and wine is its song”.
But which wines pair best with 0ysters?
To enquire about corporate vineyard visits or the casino table, email me elizabeth@elizabethandwine.com or visit:www.elizabethandwine.com.
I’d love to host you.
Elizabeth x
I create unforgettable events, wine tastings and experiences for you and your guests.