Clifton Wine School is an independent wine education company whose aim is to provide Wine Tasting for Everyone! We are not tied to any wine merchant or retailer and so we are able to offer impartial advice and taste only wines we believe are good examples of their type. We like to teach about wine by concentrating on the flavours and aromas of each example. We look at the wine's taste profile and explain how the characteristics of the grape can be influenced by the climate and local winemaking styles. As we do not sell wine, we can show you where to buy the best wines locally and at the best prices. We work with local independent wine merchants as well as national merchants to bring you the best tasting & most interesting wines currently available. Our Wine Courses are run by Ruth Wiles. After spending seven years in wine retail management, Ruth has completed the WSET Diploma qualification and is a qualified educator and assessor with the Wine and Spirit Educational Trust