Step into Orchard Wines in Preston, Lancashire, and experience a world of curated wine tastings. Designed to delight both newcomers and seasoned enthusiasts, our wine tastings offer a chance to explore hand-selected Italian wines from our favourite wineries - most of them exclusive to us.
Join our passionate team as we guide you through each wine, share expert recommendations, and help you discover your next favourite flavours. We can also arrange private wine tastings tailored to your group, perfect for special occasions or a more intimate experience.
Scroll down to see our upcoming tasting events and reserve your spot today. To book your spot at a wine tasting event, please call us or fill out the contact form.
Please note: Full payment required upon booking.
Upcoming Events
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Wednesday 16th September, 6.30pm | £50.00
Feudi Del Pisciotto
Join us for an evening of Sicilian wine tasting featuring the superb wines of Feudi del Pisciotto.Discover vibrant whites including Grillo, Inzolia, and Chardonnay, alongside rich and expressive reds such as Nero d’Avola, Cabernet, and Merlot, plus more from this exciting Sicilian estate.Experience the flavours, warmth, and character of Sicily at our wine shop in a relaxed and welcoming setting. -
Thursday 17th September, 6.30pm | £50.00
Feudi Del Pisciotto
Join us for an evening of Sicilian wine tasting featuring the superb wines of Feudi del Pisciotto.Discover vibrant whites including Grillo, Inzolia, and Chardonnay, alongside rich and expressive reds such as Nero d’Avola, Cabernet, and Merlot, plus more from this exciting Sicilian estate.Experience the flavours, warmth, and character of Sicily at our wine shop in a relaxed and welcoming setting. -
Wednesday 28th October, 6.30pm | £50.00
Draga-Miklus
Draga-Miklus is a family-run winery in San Floriano del Collio, Italy, near the Slovenian border, where the Miklus family has been making wine for over 100 years. Today, fourth-generation winemaker Mitja Miklus continues the family's tradition, producing wines that reflect the unique ponka marl-and-sandstone soils and the cool Alpine-meets-Adriatic climate of the Collio DOC. The estate follows a philosophy of working in harmony with nature, using hand-harvested grapes, organic vineyard practices, and sustainable methods. Draga-Miklus is particularly known for its elegant white wines and distinctive skin-contact "orange" wines, combining traditional techniques with a modern focus on quality and terroir. -
Thursday 29th October, 6.30pm | £50.00
Draga-Miklus
Draga-Miklus is a family-run winery in San Floriano del Collio, Italy, near the Slovenian border, where the Miklus family has been making wine for over 100 years. Today, fourth-generation winemaker Mitja Miklus continues the family's tradition, producing wines that reflect the unique ponka marl-and-sandstone soils and the cool Alpine-meets-Adriatic climate of the Collio DOC. The estate follows a philosophy of working in harmony with nature, using hand-harvested grapes, organic vineyard practices, and sustainable methods. Draga-Miklus is particularly known for its elegant white wines and distinctive skin-contact "orange" wines, combining traditional techniques with a modern focus on quality and terroir. -
Wednesday 11th November, 6.30pm | £50.00
Brigaldara
Join us for a special evening of Italian wine tasting featuring the outstanding wines of Brigaldara.Enjoy a guided tasting of fresh and elegant Soave, alongside a selection of rich Valpolicella and powerful Amarone wines from one of Veneto’s most respected producers.A perfect evening for wine lovers to explore the flavours of Northern Italy in a relaxed setting. -
Thursday 12th November, 6.30pm | £50.00
Brigaldara
Join us for a special evening of Italian wine tasting featuring the outstanding wines of Brigaldara.Enjoy a guided tasting of fresh and elegant Soave, alongside a selection of rich Valpolicella and powerful Amarone wines from one of Veneto’s most respected producers.A perfect evening for wine lovers to explore the flavours of Northern Italy in a relaxed setting. -
Wednesday 25th November, 6.30pm | £50.00
Facchetti
Join us for a tasting of Facchetti, a family-run Franciacorta estate founded in 1960 on the hills of Erbusco. Now spanning four generations, the winery oversees every step of production across its 7.5 hectares, with a focus on single-vintage wines, clean base wines, and minimal sugar dosage. We’ll explore a selection of their expressive Franciacorta wines and discover a producer where tradition, family, and a distinctly dry, precise style come together in every glass. -
Thursday 26th November, 6.30pm | £50.00
Facchetti
Join us for a tasting of Facchetti, a family-run Franciacorta estate founded in 1960 on the hills of Erbusco. Now spanning four generations, the winery oversees every step of production across its 7.5 hectares, with a focus on single-vintage wines, clean base wines, and minimal sugar dosage. We’ll explore a selection of their expressive Franciacorta wines and discover a producer where tradition, family, and a distinctly dry, precise style come together in every glass. -
Wednesday 27th January, 6.30pm | £50.00
Il Palazzo
Join us for a tasting of Il Palazzo, a historic family-run estate set among the rolling hills just outside Arezzo in Tuscany. The Banelli family has cared for the property since the mid-20th century, with 42 hectares of vineyards planted to varieties including Sangiovese, Syrah, Merlot, Trebbiano and Grechetto. We’ll taste through a selection of their wines, from classic Chianti DOCG to expressive Tuscan IGTs, and discover a winery that brings together centuries of history, Tuscan tradition and a deep connection to the land. -
Thursday 28th January, 6.30pm | £50.00
Il Palazzo
Join us for a tasting of Il Palazzo, a historic family-run estate set among the rolling hills just outside Arezzo in Tuscany. The Banelli family has cared for the property since the mid-20th century, with 42 hectares of vineyards planted to varieties including Sangiovese, Syrah, Merlot, Trebbiano and Grechetto. We’ll taste through a selection of their wines, from classic Chianti DOCG to expressive Tuscan IGTs, and discover a winery that brings together centuries of history, Tuscan tradition and a deep connection to the land.
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To book your spot at a wine tasting event, please call us on 01772 417548 or fill out the contact form below with the event details and number of tickets.
