The Battle of Waterloo Taste-off

Save the date! 14th June 2025
Your chance to taste English sparkling wines* vs Champagnes led by the ‘whirlwind of wine’ and guru, Joe Wadsack.  Be amused. Be informed. Be delighted. Be entertained.

*Vineyards of the Surrey Hills multi award winning sparkling wines. Celebrating the five Vineyards of the Surrey Hills

The fun, informative, pre-bookable Battle of Waterloo Taste-off – bookings open end April.

Our Battle of Waterloo Taste-off pitching Vineyards of the Surrey Hills superb English sparkling wines against grand marque French champagnes has been a huge success over the last four years. To the participants’ delight, England has won hands-up! This masterclass in fun and tasting led by the raconteur and wine guru, Joe Wadsack ably assisted by the co-owner, Sibylla let’s you decide who wins this battle and a treat for a volunteer…maybe learn how to perform the Napoleonic sabrage. Pre-booking is essential, please.

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