Oxford University Wine Society Review

Eye-Opening Wine Education...
with the Oxford University Wine Society

You might enjoy simply kicking back with a good bottle of wine now and then. But if you're one of the many wine lovers who thirsts for greater knowledge about the history of wine, this Wine Society may be your ticket to total wine bliss.

The Bacchus group, as it is also called, is based at the prestigious university itself, though membership is extended to some non-university applicants each term.

So to explore wine in-depth with adventurous reviewers, novices, travelers, and other fun characters, the Oxford University Wine Society may just be the perfect place for you.

A Break from Book Learning

If the reputation of Oxford academics seems intimidating in the face of joining a wine club, you can brush away any apprehension. This Wine Society focuses on keeping its members entertained... as well as educated. :-)

The group enjoys a rich schedule of exploratory topics each week in terms of eight weeks each. This schedule lets you take advantage of a set of classes - and many, many glasses - that will please your senses and give you a better understanding of how and why wine is made.

Quid for Quality

The Oxford University Wine Society is reasonably priced to allow students to join in, but the quality of the wines tasted will be impressive. The Society will treat you to a range of reds and whites from around the world, with a moderate focus on the more traditional regions of Europe.

You can take part in tastings, attend fun events and parties, listen to master wine makers chat about their passion for the vine, and meet like-minded wine enthusiasts with this club.

If you're looking for doorstop deliveries, however, you'll have to apply your newly-found knowledge to a wine shop.

Satisfaction on the Side

There are many attractive perks to enjoy if you join this Wine Society.

For example, you'll get steep discounts at a number of regional wine retailers, including the mega-outlet Virgin Wines

If you like to take your taste buds out for the occasional gourmet treat, the Society will sweeten your supper with discounts at several UK restaurants known for their quality wine selections.

A Great Uncorking Community

From all reports, members enjoy the sense of adventure during the Wine Society's events... which continually attracts new members.

But even if you aren't sure about applying for full membership, you can book a spot at an event or two (for a higher fee, of course) and get to know this lively, lovely wine-centered group.

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