WSET Level One Award in Wines- Cook House, Newcastle

Learn how to tell a shiraz from a merlot and a Chablis from a Sancerre with this one day beginner level introduction to wine, held at our new premises ar Lanteague Studios, Zelah. Together we’ll use our senses to explore the main types and styles of wine, and if the weather permits, we’ll step outside to learn in the inspiring setting of outdoor classroom.  

What you’ll learn

The main types and styles of wine

Common wine grapes and their characteristics

How to store and serve wine

The principles of food and wine pairing

How to describe wine using the WSET Level 1 Systematic Approach to Tasting Wine® (SAT)

Who’s it for?

This course is perfect for anyone who wants to start learning about wine, either for personal interest or for those embarking on a career in wine or hospitality. No prior knowledge is required.

Where is the course held?

Cook House is the restaurant where we imagined we'd like to hang out. Casual dining, focused on food, but most of all hospitable and convivial. 

Cook House began life as a recipe blog and supper club, my first steps in escaping a job in architecture which I didn’t really love. Self taught, I embarked on a journey from ‘pay what you think’ supperclubs and one off location specific dinners to Cook House 1.0, via time at London restaurants Quo Vadis and Rochelle Canteen. 

Originally housed in two converted shipping containers overlooking Newcastle’s Ouseburn river, Cook House was born of a straightforward idea. A simple, open space where guests were in the kitchen, the food was delicious and the experience was always warm and welcoming.

Price includes tea, coffee and a light lunch. 

Full day course 9.30-5pm.

About your educator

Greg Turner-Deeks

Greg is a wine professional and educator based in Newcastle. He represents the Italian importer, Passione Vino outside London and was formerly a Wine Director and Sommelier for THE PIG and Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen Cornwall. Prior to this he has also worked as a brewer and distiller, and also ran cocktail bars. His passion lies in conveying the stories of the people and places behind each wine, choosing to work with small family producers that make responsibly made wines with authenticity. Greg’s specialist areas all spring from places that he has spent time; Italy, Spain, New Zealand and South America, as well as the rapidly developing UK wine industry. Greg holds the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wines and places a high value on wine education, as well as one-to-one coaching and mentoring. 

2025

14th October 

 For more detailed information on what the course covers please see the specification here.

*Please note a booking form must be completed 7 days prior to course. 

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