Fizz Feast Taster - Woodhouse Wines

As part of the run-up Fizz Feast on Saturday 19 November at Edinburgh Academy, now in its sixth year, we’re giving you a brief introduction to the fabulous feast and fizz exhibitors lined up to tantalise taste buds and please palates.

We are delighted to welcome Woodhouse Wines back to Fizz Feast for our 2022 event! Wine merchant Jonathan Simpkin heads up Woodhouse Wines and is as experienced and passionate a wine expert as you are likely to find.

After establishing his wine business in Leicestershire, Jonathan moved to Inverbervie more than 20 years ago. With clients spanning corporate, hotels and restaurants, as well as the private wine-buying sector, Jonathan knows all there is to know about wonderful wines and loves nothing more than sharing that knowledge. Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) qualified, plus decades of discussion with suppliers and distributors, have honed his knowledge of wine. Jonathan’s passion for wine is infectious and his depth of knowledge means he will always be able to point you in the direction of something you will love. Woodhouse brings a wonderful selection of sparkling wines to try this year.

‘Gancia Pinot di Pinot Brut N.V. Italy (£11) is a great alternative to Prosecco and ideal for larger gatherings, weddings and celebrations’ Jonathan explains. ‘This lovely spumante is a blend of Pinot Grigio, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Noir from the Piemonte and the Oltrepò Pavese regions with a hint of toast and sweetness. ‘Angel & Four Brut Gloucestershire, England (£16) is a light fresh and fruity English fizz,’ he adds, ‘it’s not trying to be Champagne but just great fun and ideal as an aperitif.’ Pop along and try for yourself on the day – there is plenty to sample as well as an expert on hand to answer any questions you might have. Fizz Feast is on Saturday 19 November 2022 at The Edinburgh Academy, 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh. There are two sessions to choose from: 12-3pm and 4-7pm, and plenty of masterclasses. Tickets start at £25 per person.  Click here to join us