Thursday 23rd October ~ 7.00pm-9.30pm
Join us at Taurus Wines at Whipley Manor Farm for an exclusive evening of food and wine in the private and unique setting of our beautifully renovated, 400-year-old barn in the heart of the Surrey Hills, which is transformed into a banqueting hall for the evening.
We're delighted that the Antinori family, who have been producing wine in Italy for over six centuries (they're the 10th oldest family business in the world), have invited us to be one of the few merchants to take part in the Antinori Flagship Program. This means we have exclusive access to their world-famous portfolio - and we can't wait to share these iconic wines with you.
For lovers of Barolo and Barbaresco, this winemaker's feast will be heaven. We'll be joined by Emanuele Barrasso, the UK Brand Ambassador for Antinori, who will share his passion and expert knowledge about the wines from the Piedmont region. This includes such greats as Prunotto Barbaresco, Prunotto Barolo Bussia and Nizza Bansella Barbera.
No doubt the three-course dinner, perfectly paired to match the wines on show and prepared by our neighbours Tandem Catering, will involve just a touch of truffle... Alba being the home of white truffles after all. However, truffles are like wine, and depend on how the season progresses - like wine, they have are vintage variable, but whatever happens there will be some!
On arrival you will enjoy a welcome glass and canapés followed by a three-course tasting menu. From aperitif to pudding or cheese course, each dish has been carefully chosen to complement the wine. As you dine, you will be told the story behind each bottle: its origins, tasting notes and techniques.
7pm Welcome drink
7.30pm Guests seated for dinner
9.45pm Taxis
These intimate dinners are limited to a maximum of 24 people, so if you'd like to bring any wine-loving friends, secure your tickets sooner rather than later to avoid disappointment.
Tickets for all these events are now available for purchasing online and in-store. Please let us know of any dietary requirements at time of booking. Please note wines and menu may be subject to change.
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Date: Thursday 23rd October 2025
Time: 7.00pm - 9.30pm
Cost: £150.00 per person
Host: Emanuele Barrasso, UK Brand Ambassador for Antinori
Contact: grapes@tauruswines.co.uk
Venue: Taurus Wines, East Barn, Whipley Manor Farm, Bramley, Surrey, GU5 0LL
Phone: 01483 548484
Cancellation policy: We cannot reserve places at wine tastings without payment. We always understand when circumstances change, however due to excessive cancellations in the past (which sadly led to us having to stop running our Wine School) we now have this policy in place: If you cancel up to one week before the event we will issue a full refund; between one week and 48 hours before the event, we will issue a full refund, but only if we can resell your ticket at full face value; we cannot offer a refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of the event.
Dietary requirements: When ordering your tickets please state in the notes box if you or any of your party have any food allergies or intolerances.