Blind Tasting Masterclass with UK Sommelier of the Year 2025, Maria Boumpa

'What does it take to excel at blind tasting?

Most of us have our methods, our hacks, but there's always something to be learned when it comes to figuring out 'what's in the glass..?'

The UKSA are extremely privileged to welcome IWSC UK Sommelier of the Year, Maria Boumpa for this exclusive one-off event at Amathus Store Oxford. Maria will be sharing her personal tips and techniques around blind tasting and guiding us through a series of different wines, all generously supplied by Amathus Drinks. Not even Maria will know what's being tasted, so this is very much an up-close-and-personal experience of expert blind tasting in action.'

If you are studying for your ASI, WSET, MW, MS or are interested in competition this is a truly INVALUABLE experience. For the rest of us, this offers a fantastic and convivial opportunity to retune the palate in the company of your peers.'

8 wines to blind taste, Q&A with Maria and peer group discussion.

Date: Tuesday 16th September

Time: 11am - 1pm (then optional lunch

Venue: Amathus Oxford - 116-117 High St, Oxford OX1 4BZ

Amathus Oxford is a short walk from Oxford train station.

Optional Lunch Rapide @ Cote Brasserie (at own cost).

We’re limiting this to just 10 members to ensure you get the most interaction and value from both the peer group discussions and your time with Maria. So we encourage you to secure your place soon!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Amathus Drinks is a family-owned importer, distributor and retailer, supplying the UK’s on-trade with a comprehensive range of wines and spirits. Our range spans the major wine-producing regions and a diverse range of hidden gems, with an increased focus on organic and sustainably produced wines, from entry-level through to fine and rare. We work directly with over 150 wineries from across the globe, including a wide range of Greek wines.